Schneider Electric, a global leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has partnered with South Bihar Power Distribution Company Ltd. (SBPDCL) to modernize and enhance Bihar's power distribution infrastructure. This collaboration marks a major milestone in delivering reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy solutions to the people of Bihar.
With increasing energy demand, SBPDCL faced challenges in ensuring seamless and reliable power distribution. The need for modernization was crucial to managing the electrical distribution system effectively and providing uninterrupted power supply to consumers.
Schneider Electric's advanced EcoStruxure Grid solutions played a pivotal role in overcoming these challenges by enabling robust monitoring capabilities and ensuring 24/7 operational uptime. The partnership has resulted in significant improvements:
- 90 per cent enhancement in power reliability
- Up to 80 per cent reduction in energy consumption
- 60 per cent energy cost savings
- 70 per cent optimisation in engineering cost and time
Speaking on the collaboration, Deepak Sharma, Zone President, Greater India, and MD & CEO, Schneider Electric India, said, "Our partnership with SBPDCL reflects Schneider Electric's commitment to providing innovative, sustainable, and energy-efficient solutions that empower utilities to meet growing energy demands. By leveraging EcoStruxure Grid technology, we are building a future-ready power distribution system that supports South Bihar's economic and infrastructural growth while advancing India's energy transition."
Udai Singh, MD & CEO, Schneider Electric Infrastructure Ltd., and Vice President - Power Systems, Schneider Electric India, added, "Our EcoStruxure Grid solutions have transformed SBPDCL's power distribution network into a modern, efficient, and resilient system. Through real-time monitoring, GIS-based network mapping, and automated fault detection, we have ensured a more reliable power supply for the people of South Bihar. This collaboration not only addresses immediate energy challenges but also paves the way for a future-ready energy ecosystem."
A spokesperson from SBPDCL commented, "With rising energy demands, we needed a solution that would enhance operational efficiency while ensuring uninterrupted power distribution. Schneider Electric's EcoStruxure Grid solutions have helped us achieve these objectives, benefiting both consumers and the state."
As part of the project, Schneider Electric established a state-of-the-art Command-and-Control Centre and Disaster Recovery Centre, enabling real-time monitoring and decision-making for improved grid connectivity and reliability. The deployment included 305 Ring Main Units (RMUs) for enhanced distribution reliability and 550 Fault Passage Indicators (FPIs) on overhead lines to improve fault detection and response times.
This partnership underscores Schneider Electric's commitment to advancing India's energy transition, fostering resilient power distribution systems, and supporting the nation's infrastructural growth.