Open Access allows industrial and commercial consumers to buy electricity directly from renewable power producers instead of relying only on DISCOM supply. This helps users access lower tariffs and clean energy through the transmission network.
Savings vary by state, tariff structure, and power model, but most industries see 15–40% reduction in their energy cost compared to traditional utility tariffs.
| Model | Ownership Required | Upfront Investment | CSS Exemption | Ideal For |
| Captive | ≥26% | Yes | Yes | Large consumers |
| Group Captive | ≥26% shared among group | Yes | Yes | Medium & multi-unit loads |
| Third-Party Sale | None | No | No | Fast adoption & zero capex |
CSS is a charge applied by the government on open access energy supplied to consumers. Captured and Group Captive models are exempt, reducing landed cost significantly.
Yes. Open Access complements grid supply and comes with scheduling, forecasting, and backup protocols to ensure reliable power delivery supported by SLDC operations.
Key approvals typically include:
Our team manages this end-to-end.
Implementation usually takes 8–16 weeks, depending on the state regulatory process and project readiness.
Most states offer open access, but charges, policies, and feasibility vary. We provide state-specific advisory based on load profile, cost benefits, and regulations.
No. With Group Captive and Third-Party Sale models, power comes from offsite utility-scale projects — no space required at your location.
Yes. Facilities with 1 MW minimum connected load qualify for most open access models. For smaller loads, we can explore group allocation and hybrid models.
Businesses can choose from solar, wind, hydro, and hybrid solutions based on availability, cost advantage, and load profile.
No major changes are required. Power is delivered through the same grid connection, and the system runs parallel to existing DISCOM supply.
Consumers receive separate bills: one from the renewable generator and another from DISCOM for grid charges and backup supply.
Banking allows storing surplus renewable energy generated during low-demand periods and using it later, helping balance seasonal variations.
Yes, depending on state regulations, power can be wheeled across multiple units within the same state.
Open Access offers flexible scheduling, allowing power purchase according to actual consumption patterns to optimize costs.
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