Date: September 12, 2024
Following the introduction of the Licensing Regulation for Solar Power Plant 2024 in May 2024, developers must apply for a License or Exemption of License to construct, operate, and maintain their plants, with clear roles outlined for the BPC. In order to ensure ESD Managers are informed of these responsibilities, the ERA conducted a virtual presentation on 12th September 2024. The session targeted all 19 ESD offices to provide guidance on the new regulations.
Launch of ERA Documents
Date: August 16, 2024
The Honorable Minister of the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources officially launched the ERA Strategic Plan 2024-2029, the Licensing Regulation for Solar Power Plant 2024, and the Distribution Power Reliability and Transmission System Performance Report 2024 on August 12, 2024, at Hotel Namgay Heritage. The event was attended by officials from the MoENR and various licensees.
Regulatory Sensitization Workshop
Date: June 21,2024
Recognizing the importance of creating awareness of the regulatory frameworks of the power sector, the Electricity Regulatory Authority conducted the “Regulatory Sensitization Workshop” on 13th-14th June 2024 at Olathang Cottage, Paro as an annual event.
Notification
Date: 21st May 2024
The Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) has conducted a detailed study of the power outages in the distribution and transmission system of BPC and determined the preliminary baseline for power reliability indices and transmission system performance for the year 2023. This study also identified the primary root causes for the power outage and outlined the measures to be taken by BPC to reduce undesired outages in the power system. Further, to improve the power reliability, the ERA established reliability indices benchmarks for the Distribution Power Reliability and Transmission System Performance to be achieved by the BPC in the year 2024-2025.Read More
Stakeholder Consultation Meeting
Date: April 25, 2024
The Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) conducted a stakeholder consultation meeting on April 25, 2024, at Druk Hotel on the License Exemption Regulation of Solar Power Plants. The stakeholder presents were from Department of Energy (DoE, MoENR), Department of Environment and Climate Change (DoECC, MoENR), Druk Green Power Corporation (DGPC), Bhutan Power Corporation (BPC), Bhutan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI), Dessung Skilling Program-Solar Initiative (DSP-SI) and JB Solar Solution.
Public Notification
Date: 27th March 2024
The Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) received the application for a generation tariff from Druk Green Power Corporation (DGPC) for the 118 MW Tangsibji Hydro Energy Limited (THyE), for the period from January 2024 to June 2025.
Taking into consideration the sustainability of the project with the affordability and reliability of electricity supply to the domestic consumer, based on the comprehensive review of the tariff application proposal and comments received during the consultation meeting with DGPC and THyE on 5th January 2024, ERA approved the generation tariff of Nu 3.89 per kWh for the tariff period of 2024-2025.The detailed tariff review report can be downloaded from Read more
Notification
Date: 21st May 2024
The Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) has conducted a detailed study of the power outages in the distribution and transmission system of BPC and determined the preliminary baseline for power reliability indices and transmission system performance for the year 2023. This study also identified the primary root causes for the power outage and outlined the measures to be taken by BPC to reduce undesired outages in the power system. Further, to improve the power reliability, the ERA established reliability indices benchmarks for the Distribution Power Reliability and Transmission System Performance to be achieved by the BPC in the year 2024-2025.Read More
Stakeholder Consultation Meeting
Date: April 25, 2024
The Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) conducted a stakeholder consultation meeting on April 25, 2024, at Druk Hotel on the License Exemption Regulation of Solar Power Plants. The stakeholder presents were from Department of Energy (DoE, MoENR), Department of Environment and Climate Change (DoECC, MoENR), Druk Green Power Corporation (DGPC), Bhutan Power Corporation (BPC), Bhutan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI), Dessung Skilling Program-Solar Initiative (DSP-SI) and JB Solar Solution.
Public Notification
Date: 27th March 2024
The Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) received the application for a generation tariff from Druk Green Power Corporation (DGPC) for the 118 MW Tangsibji Hydro Energy Limited (THyE), for the period from January 2024 to June 2025.
Taking into consideration the sustainability of the project with the affordability and reliability of electricity supply to the domestic consumer, based on the comprehensive review of the tariff application proposal and comments received during the consultation meeting with DGPC and THyE on 5th January 2024, ERA approved the generation tariff of Nu 3.89 per kWh for the tariff period of 2024-2025.The detailed tariff review report can be downloaded from Read more
Notification
Date: 13th March 2024
The Appendix A – Compensation for Failure to Meet Standards (GSL) of Performance outlined in the Distribution Code 2022 has been revised following approval from the Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) Commission, effective from March 1, 2024.Read more.
Notification
Date: 16th February 2024
In accordance with the powers conferred under Section 8.1.2 of the Grid Code Regulation 2008, the Electricity Regulatory Authority hereby announces the amendment of the Bhutan Electricity Authority (Grid Code Regulation 2008) and is referred to as the Electricity Regulatory Authority (Grid Code Regulation 2024).The document is available for download at the following link. Read more
Announcement for shortlisted candidate
Date: 9th February 2024
The Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) is pleased to announce the shortlisted candidate for the post of Deputy Executive Engineer: Read more
Announcement for selected candidate
The Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) is pleased to announce the selected candidate for the post of Analyst. Read more
Announcement for shortlisted candidates
The Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) is pleased to announce the shortlisted candidates for the post of Analyst.Read more
Vacancy re- Announcement
The Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) is pleased to re-announce the vacancy for the post of Deputy Executive Engineer. Read more
Vacancy Announcement
The Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) is pleased to announce the various vacancies (regular employees) for immediate recruitment. Read More.
Sl.no | Post | Terms of Reference (ToR) |
1 | Deputy Executive Engineer (Monitoring Division) | |
2 | Deputy Executive Engineer (Licensing & Technical Division) | |
3 | Senior Tariff Officer (Tariff Division) | |
4 | Analyst |
Public Notification
This is to notify the general public that the Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) has received the domestic generation tariff proposal for the period January 2024 to June 2025 from the Druk Green Power Corporation (DGPC) for the 118MW Nikachhu Hydropower Project.In this regard, ERA would like to seek comments on the tariff proposal if any by 22nd December 2023. The tariff proposal and relevant documents can be downloaded from the ERA website www.era.gov.bt. For further clarifications, please contact Ms. Rinzin Choden at rinzin_choden@era.gov.bt or call 327317 during office hour.
Public Notification
Pursuant to Section 23 of the Electricity Act of Bhutan 2001, Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) would like to notify the general public that ERA has received an application from Tangsibji Hydro Energy Limited (THyE), a developer of 118MW Nikachu Hydropower Project for issuance of Generation, Operation and Maintenance Licence Read More.
NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENT
PUBLIC AWARENESS
1. New power supply connection
2. Restoration of electricity supply
SAFETY TIPS FOR USING EXTENSION CORD
Household Extension Cords Can Cause Fires
- Always use the right extension cord to connect the home appliances. It can cause fires when used improperly due to overheating. The overheating is usually caused by overloading or using electrical appliances with more power (wattage) than the extension cord can handle.
- Unplug the extension cords when not in use and look for visible signs of excessive wear or damage to the plug, sockets or insulation.
- Replace damaged extension cords.
116 National DAY
The Electricity Regulatory Authority Family extends warm wishes on our nation’s 116th National Day! Together, we celebrate progress, unity, and a commitment to a sustainable energy future. Thank you for being part of our journey. Here’s to a brighter tomorrow.
Our Services
On 6th December 2023,ERA issued a separate license to Bhutan Power System Operator as per Section 39 of the Electricity Act of Bhutan,2001 over a simple ceremony at ERA office.
Familiarization Tour
The ERA team visited 250kW Solar Rooftop and 500kW ground-mounted PV System at Centenary Farmer’s Market and Dechencholing, Thimphu respectively on 7th September, 2023 to understand the technical aspects of solar energy generation.
KEY STAKEHOLDERS
