The Odisha
G a z e t t e
EXTRAORDINARY
PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY
No. 494 CUTTACK, TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2025/FALGUNA 6, 1946
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ENERGY DEPARTMENT
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The 18th February 2025
SUBJECT—Amendment to Odisha Renewable Energy Policy, 2022
With the objective of fostering a conducive ecosystem for the development of renewable
energy projects in the State, the OREP 2022 was notified on the 30th November 2022. During its
implementation, some operational difficulties were identified, highlighting the need for refining
procedural frameworks, improving co-ordination among stakeholders, and enhancing clarity in policy
provisions.
For smooth implementation of the policy, After careful consideration Government have been
pleased to amend two clauses of existing OREP-2022.
The following Provisions are hereby amended in Clause No. 10 (5) and 17.2 in Odisha Renewable
Energy Policy, 2022 :
Clause No. 10 (5) : Exemptions and Incentives
Twenty-five per cent (25%) exemption of wheeling charges shall be provided to captive/open
access consumers on consumption of energy from RE projects commissioned in the State during
the Policy period for fifteen (15) years. However, in case the injection and drawl points are connected
to two different DISCOMs, fifty per cent (50%) exemption of wheeling charges shall be provided
instead of twenty-five per cent (25%). The OERC shall issue necessary orders in this regard.
Clause No. 17.2 : Allotment of projects on first come first serve
Considering the limited assessed wind potential of the State, Nodal Agency may allot
development of wind power plants on First Come First Serve basis. No windmill shall be allowed to
be set up as per the norms specified in the MNRE notification dated the 4th July 2024, as amended