Energy Conservation Week

News: National energy Conservation week will be held from December 14^th to December 20^th, 2019

Facts:

About National Energy Conservation Day

• The National Energy Conservation Day is celebrated every year on December 14 since 1991.
• The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), under the Ministry of Power, spearheads the celebrations.

Additional Information:

Initiatives to Promote Energy Conservation and Energy Efficiency

1. Standards and Labeling: The BEE initiated the Standards and Labeling programme for equipment and appliances in 2006. It provides consumer knowledge about the energy efficiency of appliances through a star rating.  
2.  Energy Conservation Building Codes (ECBC): It was launched by the Ministry of Power in 2007. It sets minimum energy standards for new commercial buildings.
3. National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency (NMEEE): It is one of the eight missions under the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC). It aims to strengthen the market for energy efficiency by creating a conducive regulatory and policy regime.

• Perform Achieve and Trade Scheme (PAT):  The scheme provides the option to trade any additional certified energy savings with other designated consumers to comply with the Specific Energy Consumption reduction targets.

1. Bachat Lamp Yojana (BLY): It is a PPP program comprising of BEE, Distribution Companies (DISCOMs) and private investors. It seeks to accelerate market transformation in energy-efficient lighting. 
2. Unnat Jyoti by Affordable LEDs for All (UJALA) scheme: It seeks to promote efficient lighting and enhance awareness on using efficient equipment.