TERI and BSES Rajdhani& BSES Yamuna Sign MoUs to Advance Renewable Energy and Smart Distribution Initiatives – EQ
Strategic collaboration aims to accelerate renewable integration, smart distribution technologies, and energy storage solutions across Delhi’s power distribution network
New Delhi – The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with BSES Rajdhani Power Limited (BRPL) and BSES Yamuna Power Limited (BYPL) to drive advancements in Delhi’s power distribution sector. The collaboration focuses on expanding grid-connected solar rooftop PV systems, energy storage solutions, electric vehicle integration, and smart distribution technologies.
The MoUs were signed by Dr VibhaDhawan, Director General, TERI, while senior officials from BRPL and BYPL signed on behalf of their respective companies.
Under the agreements, TERI and BSES will address key technical challenges in integrating a higher share of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) into the power grid. The partnership will also explore new collaboration opportunities, with BSES providing utility-level data to support TERI’s research on grid resilience and efficiency. Additionally, both organizations will jointly conduct capacity-building programmes for stakeholders, including channel partners, project developers, financial institutions, government bodies, and distribution utilities, to advance new energy initiatives.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr VibhaDhawan stated, “We are at a critical juncture of Delhi’s energy journey and are facing many challenges due to increased electricity demand, which is expected to be higher this year. Therefore, this calls for transformative solutions like energy storage, advance demand and management.” She cited successful initiatives, including the ‘Energy Wise, Energy Rise’ program with BRPL. Expressing her enthusiasm for the signing of the MoUs, Dr Dhawan added, “Building on these initiatives, the MoUs we sign today will further strengthen our collaboration to identify and finalize stakeholders on distributed energy resources, addressing issues like voltage regulation, grid protection, to name some.”
Reinforcing Dr Dhawan’s insights, BSES officials emphasized the importance of shaping young minds to tackle future energy challenges. They highlighted that the energy transition is both revolutionary and transformative, requiring strong partnerships with organizations like TERI. Discussions also focussed on accelerating rooftop solar adoption, particularly through collaboration with the government for the effective implementation of the SuryodayYojana.
BSES officials further recognized TERI’s potential role in research, policy advocacy, and consumer awareness campaigns. Key discussions addressed electricity demand management, DISCOM operations, and energy storage solutions. A strong emphasis was placed on capacity building, particularly in empowering women and integrating them into the power sector workforce. Additional areas of collaboration explored demand response frameworks, ESG integration, renewable energy grid adaptation, and differential tariffs.
The signing of these MoUs reinforces TERI and BSES’s shared commitment to strengthening India’s power distribution ecosystem. This partnership marks a significant step towards a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable energy future for Delhi and beyond.
About TERI
The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), based in India, is an independent, multi-dimensional research organization with capabilities in policy research, technology development, and implementation. An innovator and agent of change in the energy, environment, climate change and sustainability space, TERI has pioneered conversations and action in these areas for nearly five decades. Headquartered in New Delhi, it has centres in six Indian cities, and is supported by a multi-disciplinary team of scientists, sociologists, economists, engineers, administrative professionals, and state-of-the-art infrastructure.
