Frequently Asked Questions

Good Energies Private Limited is an independent power producer, we develop, own and operate renewable energy plants and supply power to commercial and industrial consumers through long-term Power Purchase Agreements. We own every plant we sell power from, we are not a broker or aggregator.

We have operational solar plants in Tamil Nadu and Uttarakhand, with 78 MWp of solar under commissioning across Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh, and 33 MW of wind capacity coming online soon in Tamil Nadu.

Our customers are commercial and industrial consumers, manufacturers, large commercial establishments and other high-consumption facilities who want to reduce their electricity costs through a fixed-price renewable energy PPA.

We offer solar power and wind power through two commercial structures each, open access and group captive. Each structure has different commercial and regulatory characteristics, our team will help identify the right fit for your facility.

No. Under all our PPA structures, you continue to use your existing grid connection and electrical infrastructure. There is no capital investment required on your side for the power supply itself.

Good Energies was established in 2022. Our first plant — a solar facility in Uttarakhand — was commissioned shortly after. Our leadership team brings 100+ years of combined experience across power generation, transmission, distribution, and financial management.

Open access is the right of large power consumers to purchase electricity directly from an independent generator rather than their local DISCOM. You continue to use the same grid infrastructure — but the power you consume is sourced from a solar plant you have a direct agreement with, at a tariff you have negotiated upfront.

The landed cost of open access solar power includes the generation tariff we charge, plus wheeling charges, banking charges, Cross Subsidy Surcharge, additional surcharge (AS) and scheduling charges. Even after all these components, the landed cost is typically 25-40% lower than DISCOM grid tariffs for most C&I consumers in Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh.

No. Open access solar requires zero capital investment from the consumer. You continue to use your existing grid connection — we supply the power through it.

Open access solar operates on a banking mechanism — surplus units generated during the day are banked in the grid and drawn down when solar generation is lower. Your facility continues to receive uninterrupted power supply from the grid at all times.

We offer flexible PPA tenures depending on your commercial requirements. We will recommend the structure that best fits your consumption profile and financial objectives.

You commit to purchasing a defined quantum of power at the agreed tariff over the PPA tenure. Specific terms including minimum offtake, scheduling, and exit provisions are structured during the PPA negotiation.

Open access is available to consumers meeting the minimum contracted demand threshold set by the relevant State Electricity Regulatory Commission. Eligibility varies between states. Get in touch and we will advise on applicability for your facility.

The timeline depends on the state, the DISCOM, and SLDC processes — which vary. We will give you a realistic timeline estimate specific to your facility and state during the structuring process.

In a group captive arrangement, you hold an equity stake in the generating plant — which qualifies the power you consume as captive consumption under the Electricity Act. This makes you eligible for exemption from Cross Subsidy Surcharge and Additional Surcharge — the two largest variable charges in open access power — resulting in a significantly lower landed cost compared to standard third-party open access.

Under the Electricity Rules, two conditions must be met — the group of consumers collectively holds at least 26% of the ownership in the generating entity, and at least 51% of the power generated is consumed by the equity-holding consumers on an annual basis. The regulatory framework has evolved with the Electricity Amendment Rules 2026 — we recommend discussing the current position with us and your legal advisors before structuring an arrangement.

The group captive structure involves a defined equity participation in the generating entity. The quantum depends on the specific arrangement and is discussed transparently during the structuring process.

In Tamil Nadu, CSS and Additional Surcharge together can add ₹1.30 to ₹1.95 per unit to the landed cost of standard open access power. Under group captive, consumers are eligible for exemption from both — making the saving over standard open access significant, particularly for high-consumption facilities. Note that the applicability of these exemptions is subject to annual verification of captive status and prevailing state regulatory positions.

Annual verification of captive status is a regulatory requirement. The implications of a shortfall in consumption are addressed in the PPA terms and managed as part of the ongoing arrangement. This is an important aspect to discuss during the structuring process.

Yes — our Vendurayapuram solar plants in Tamil Nadu are already operational and supplying power to industrial consumers under the group captive model.

Open access wind power gives commercial and industrial consumers the right to source power directly from a wind energy generator rather than their local DISCOM. You continue to use the same grid infrastructure, but the power you consume is sourced from a wind plant you have a direct agreement with, at a fixed tariff you have negotiated upfront. The framework is governed by the same Electricity Act 2003 and open access regulations that apply to solar power.

Solar generation peaks during daytime hours while wind generation tends to be stronger during evening and nighttime hours and across different seasons. A consumer sourcing both solar and wind power can achieve more consistent renewable energy coverage and reduce dependence on grid power across more hours of the day. For facilities with high or round-the-clock consumption requirements, a combination of both technologies is worth exploring.

Yes. Wind power is supplied under the same open access framework, with the same wheeling, banking and scheduling mechanisms applying. The PPA structure and commercial terms are similar to open access solar. The key difference is that wind generation has a different profile from solar, which affects scheduling and banking arrangements in practice.

Our 33 MW wind portfolio is located across Aralvaimozhi, Tenkasi and Theni in Tamil Nadu, among the strongest wind resource locations in South India. The portfolio is currently undergoing refurbishment and capacity is coming online soon.

As with solar, the landed cost of open access wind power includes the generation tariff, wheeling charges, banking charges, Cross Subsidy Surcharge and Additional Surcharge, and scheduling charges. The applicable rates depend on your state, consumer category, and the specific terms of your PPA. Get in touch and we will run the numbers for your specific situation.

No. Open access wind power requires zero capital investment from the consumer. You continue to use your existing grid connection. The wind energy generator supplies power through the grid at the agreed tariff.

Wind power is supplied through our Tamil Nadu wind energy subsidiary, PPS Enviro Power Pvt Ltd. You can reach us through the contact form on this site and we will direct your enquiry appropriately.

Group captive wind power follows the same framework as group captive solar, governed by the Electricity Act 2003 and the Electricity Rules 2005 as amended in 2026. A group of C&I consumers collectively holds at least 26% equity in the wind generating entity and collectively consumes at least 51% of the power generated annually. This qualifies the power consumed as captive consumption under the Electricity Act, making consumers eligible for exemption from Cross Subsidy Surcharge and Additional Surcharge.

The primary financial advantage is the exemption from Cross Subsidy Surcharge and Additional Surcharge, which are among the largest components of the landed cost of open access power. Under the group captive structure, consumers are eligible for exemption from both charges, making the landed cost of wind power significantly lower than standard open access wind. This saving is over and above the base saving from procuring wind power at a tariff below the DISCOM grid rate. Note that the applicability of these exemptions for wind group captive consumers in Tamil Nadu is subject to prevailing TNERC regulations and annual verification of captive status.

The same thresholds apply as for group captive solar. The group of consumers must collectively hold at least 26% of the ownership in the wind generating entity, and at least 51% of the power generated must be consumed by the equity-holding consumers on an annual basis. The regulatory framework has evolved with the Electricity Amendment Rules 2026. We recommend discussing the current position with us alongside your legal and finance teams before structuring an arrangement.

The underlying legal and regulatory framework is identical. The key practical difference is that wind power is supplied through our Tamil Nadu wind energy subsidiary, PPS Enviro Power Pvt Ltd, so the equity stake the consumer holds is in that entity rather than in Good Energies directly. The commercial terms, the how-it-works process, and the ongoing compliance obligations are otherwise the same as group captive solar.

Yes. The group captive structure involves a defined equity participation in the wind generating entity. The quantum depends on the specific arrangement and is discussed transparently during the structuring process.

Our 33 MW wind portfolio in Tamil Nadu is currently undergoing refurbishment with capacity coming online soon. Group captive wind arrangements are available for offtake from this portfolio. Get in touch to register your interest and we will keep you informed on availability.