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The Government of India (GoI) established Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) on 1^st March 2002 under the provisions of Energy Conservation Act, 2001. BEE was started to develop policies and build strategies with a push towards self-regulation to achieve energy efficiency.

BEE will be monitored by the Ministry of Power to enhance delivery mechanisms, provide leadership and create conservation policies leading to efficient energy preservation.

Objective of BEE

• Frame policy at the national level for energy conservation
• Measure, monitor and verify the results of the energy conservation
• Help SMEs and MSMEs to establish and implement energy consumption

Regulatory activities by BEE

• Creating a standard for appliances and design scheme for the products through star ratings in various appliances like refrigerators, water heaters, AC, fans, pump, etc.
• Regulating the star ratings
• BEE develops energy efficiency code for industries and buildings
• Development of norms for the consumption of energy
• Certification for Energy Managers and Energy Auditors who can perform energy audits

Promotional activities by BEE

• BEE develops promotional programs for star rating, energy efficiency and awareness
• Organizes training for members involved in handling energy efficiency projects
• Development of testing and certification procedures and promotion of testing facilities
• Promotion of innovative financing of energy efficiency projects
• Preparation of educational curriculum on the efficient use of energy and ways to conserve
• Provides financial assistance to institutions for the promotion of efficient use of energy

Standards and Labeling Program

BEE establishes the standards and star rating for different appliances. The star ratings define the standard of energy efficiency where it helps the people an informed choice of energy performance and cost. For certification, the manufactured products will be subjected to the tests as designed by BEE. As the certification helps to gain trust from a consumer, BEE constantly refines the standards and certification procedures to improve energy efficiency.

BEE Rating Certification

The Bureau of Energy Efficiency rating certificate is issued by the BEE indicating the level of compliance done by an organisation about the standards and guidelines issued by the bureau. The certificate is framed to regulate, audit the time intervals, monitor and improve energy efficiency.

Types of Certification

• Accredited Energy Auditors
• Energy Auditors/Managers
• Refresher Course

Types of Certificate Labels

There are two types of labels on products manufactured in India.

Endorsement label

Under this label, the products are labelled as per their minimum performance criteria to become a BEE certified company.

Comparative label

Under this label, the products are labelled as per the star rating (scale of 1 to 5) which includes BEE logo and license number on the product. This rating helps consumers choose the right product.

Product List

The following are the list of products a company can opt for mandatory or voluntarily for labels