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Karnataka Power Reforms - Demand-Side
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- The reform program will also focus on demand side management
(DSM) with the objective of improving efficiency in supply and end_use of electricity. All
resources, including energy conservation and use of non-conventional and renewable energy
sources, will be the power demand effectively and reduce the need for additional
conventional generation capacity. The main focus of the strategy for demand side
management will be on: (I) introduction of tariff linked demand side management and
disincentive to waste power; ii) improvement of efficiency of agriculture tube well and
industrial installations; and iii) launching of consumer awareness campaign on various
energy conservation measures. Various options to bring in demand side management measures
will be explore and suitable policies will be notified in consultation with KERC. Energy
efficiency and DSM programs will be promoted through developing bankable strategies and
programs in consultation with the stakeholders.
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