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National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency

Ministry of PoweractiveenvironmentLaunched: 2010-06-24

About the Scheme

Mission to promote energy efficiency and conservation across all sectors of economy, a part of India's National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC).

Target Beneficiaries: 1,215 Designated Consumers (energy-intensive industrial units) across PAT Cycles I-III covering thermal power, cement, aluminum, iron & steel, textile, pulp & paper sectors with cumulative energy savings of 1.06 MTOE

Implementing Agency: Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) under the Ministry of Power, in collaboration with various state agencies and financial institutions.

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✦Key Features

  • Perform, Achieve and Trade (PAT) scheme for energy-intensive industries.
  • Market Transformation for Energy Efficiency (MTEE) for promoting energy-efficient products.
  • Energy Efficiency Financing Platform (EEFP) to facilitate funding for EE projects.
  • Framework for Energy Efficient Economic Development (FEED) for fiscal instruments.
  • Development of energy conservation building codes and standards for appliances.
  • Capacity building, awareness generation, and demonstration projects.

✓Eligibility Criteria

  • Designated Consumers (DCs) under the PAT scheme.
  • Manufacturers and suppliers of energy-efficient appliances and equipment.
  • Financial institutions and investors for funding EE projects.
  • State-level agencies and local bodies for scheme implementation.

★Benefits

  • Reduced energy consumption and lower electricity bills for consumers.
  • Significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to climate change mitigation.
  • Enhanced energy security for the nation by reducing dependence on fossil fuels.
  • Increased competitiveness for industries through lower operational costs.
  • Promotion of green technologies and creation of new employment opportunities.

▶Application Process

  • Registration as a Designated Consumer with the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE).
  • Participation in the Perform, Achieve and Trade (PAT) cycle.
  • Submission of energy saving project proposals to financial institutions.
  • Adherence to BEE standards and labeling for products and buildings.
  • Availing financial incentives and technical assistance through designated platforms.

₹ Budget Allocation

104

UPSC Relevance

GS Paper: GS3

Prelims Relevance7%
Mains Relevance8%

Syllabus Tags

National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC)Climate Change Mitigation and AdaptationSustainable Development Goals (SDG 7, 13)Energy Security in IndiaRenewable Energy and Smart GridsCarbon Trading and Emissions ReductionEnergy Conservation Act, 2001Green Economy and Sustainable Development