AT&C loss is nothing but the sum total of technical and commercial losses and shortage due to non-realization of billed amount. AT&C Loss = (Energy input – Energy billed) * 100 / Energy input.

What is T and D losses?

Last Updated: Jan 29, 2021, 06:00 PM IST. New Delhi: India's transmission and distribution (T&D) losses in the power sector are "substantial" and are very high compared to peer nations, flagged the Economic Survey for 2020-21. The T&D losses represent electricity that is generated but does not reach intended customers.

What actions can be taken to reduce ATC losses?

The distribution losses can be reduced by proper selection of distribution transformers, feeders, proper re-organization of distribution network, placing the shunt capacitor in appropriate places, theft control, adoption of upgraded technology etc.