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DISCOM

Also known as: Distribution Company

Electricity distribution utility that buys power wholesale and sells to end consumers.

A Distribution Company (DISCOM) is an electricity distribution utility responsible for delivering power from the transmission grid to end consumers. In India, DISCOMs are mostly state-owned and operate under State Electricity Regulatory Commissions. DISCOM financial health and net-metering processing speed are key bottlenecks for renewable energy growth.