CEA points tips for environment friendly utilisation of optical fibers

The Central Electrical energy Authority (CEA) has issued tips to advertise environment friendly allocation, sharing, and utilization of optical fibers that can contribute to a greater useful resource administration throughout the ability sector.

These tips goal to supply a transparent and standardized framework for the allocation and sharing of fiber cores of Optical Floor Wire (OPGW)/Below Floor Fiber Optic (UGFO) Cable for energy system purposes, an influence ministry assertion stated.

It stated the rules set up a structured method to fiber allocation, safeguarding energy system communication wants and mitigating future conflicts.

A well-defined framework has been outlined to facilitate the sharing of spare fiber capability amongst varied stakeholders, together with Central Transmission Utilities (CTUs), State Transmission Utilities (STUs), Transmission Service Suppliers (TSPs), and different entities.

Leasing of spare fibers for non-grid purposes is permitted offered it does not compromise future grid necessities.

All leasing contracts to incorporate a termination clause, mandating most of 18-month discover interval to reclaim fiber cores for grid purposes at any time when required.

The rules emphasise the necessity for evaluation of future grid communication wants and adherence to relevant CEA/CERC/SERC rules.

Utilities can be inspired to plan and set up OPGW with 48/96 fiber cores to supply enough capability for last-mile connectivity, future expansions, and LILO necessities, leveraging the Proper of Approach (ROW) successfully.

A complete database to be maintained to watch the allocation and utilization of OPGW fibers, making certain transparency and accountability.