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Source: The post is based on the article “National Efficient Cooking Programme launched, to promote affordable and energy-efficient induction cookers” published in “PIB” on 3rd November 2023
Why in the News?
Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) has launched the National Efficient Cooking Programme(NECP) and Energy Efficient Fans Programme(EEFP).
What is the National Efficient Cooking Programme(NECP)?
| Specifications | Details |
| Launched by | Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) |
| Launched under | Clean Cooking Scheme |
| Aim | To transform cooking practices in India by introducing induction-based cook stoves |
| Target | To deploy 20 Lakh Induction cook-stoves across India |
| Partnered with | Modern Energy Cooking Services (MECS) for the large-scale deployment of induction cooktops. |
| Benefits | The cookstoves offer a cost advantage of 25-30 per cent over traditional cooking methods, promising both energy savings and cost-effective cooking solutions. |
| It supports India’s Go-electric campaign and contributes to carbon mitigation goals. |
What is the Energy Efficient Fans Programme(EEFP)?
| Specifications | Details |
| Launched by | Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) |
| Initiated during | G20 Energy Transitions Working Group in Goa in July 2023. |
| Aim | To enhance the market for efficient fans by deploying one crore 5-star energy-efficient ceiling fans across India. |
| Rational behind the scheme | (1) Ceiling fans contribute to around 40% of total residential electricity consumption which accounts for over a quarter of India’s overall electricity usage. (2) By replacing all current ceiling fans with efficient models, nearly 20% of the total residential electricity consumption can be diminished. |
| Benefits | Low Energy Consumption: Conventional fans typically consume 75-80W whereas contemporary 5-star fans consume only 28-32W. |
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