The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has reinstated the Approved Models and Manufacturers of Solar Photovoltaic Modules (ALMM) order, effective April 1st, 2024. This decision, following a period of abeyance, comes with specific guidelines and exemptions to ensure compliance. Here are the key points regarding the reinstatement and its implications.
Re-imposition Date:
- ALMM (Approved List of Models & Manufacturers) for Solar PV Modules reinstated from 1st April 2024.
Applicability Criteria:
- ALMM applies strictly to government-sponsored/subsidized projects.
- Includes procurement for government consumption, distribution by government agencies, Solar PV Rooftops, and PM KUSUM projects.
- Excludes projects under open access or captive setups by private entities.
Exemptions and Relaxations:
- Initial exemption for projects commissioned by 31st March 2024.
- Revised relaxation for projects in advanced construction stages with module orders placed before 31st March 2024.
- Verification required for advanced construction stage and irrevocable LC opened before 31st March 2024.
5. Impact on Self-Setup Projects:
- ALMM not applicable to individuals or private entities setting up their own capacity.
- Relief for independent project developers from ALMM compliance.
6. Implementation Timeline and Compliance Obligations:
- Re-imposition effective from 1st April 2024.
- Government and subsidized projects must adhere to ALMM requirements for module procurement.
- Private entities exempted unless engaged in government-sponsored/subsidized projects.
For further details and guidelines, interested parties are encouraged to refer to the official website of MNRE and document available through MNRE website.
