In Short : V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority in Tuticorin has become the first Indian major port to receive the Indian Green Building Council’s Platinum Rating for sustainable, eco-friendly buildings. The Administration Building now runs on 100% renewable energy with advanced water, air quality, and energy-efficient systems. Additionally, multiple port buildings have earned Bureau of Energy […]
Andhra Pradesh Plans Major Expansion of Energy Efficiency Across Government Departments – EQ
In Short : Andhra Pradesh is set to scale up energy efficiency measures across its government departments as part of a broader push to reduce power consumption and operational costs. The initiative focuses on adopting efficient technologies, improving energy management practices, and promoting sustainable operations while strengthening fiscal savings and supporting the state’s long-term clean […]
Telangana Set to Accelerate Energy Efficiency Adoption under ADEETIE Scheme – EQ
In Short : Telangana is poised to receive a significant boost in energy efficiency through the implementation of the ADEETIE scheme, aimed at promoting advanced demand-side energy efficiency measures. The initiative is expected to lower energy consumption, reduce emissions, enhance industrial competitiveness, and support the state’s broader sustainability and climate action objectives through targeted policy […]
Goa Government Prioritizes Energy Efficiency Initiatives for Sustainable Development in Three Villages – EQ
In Short : The Goa government has announced plans to focus on energy efficiency initiatives in three villages as part of its sustainable development efforts. The initiative aims to reduce energy consumption, lower emissions, and promote efficient use of power at the community level, supporting long-term environmental goals while improving living standards and energy affordability […]
Rebuilding better and faster – why energy efficiency is key for Ukraine – EQ
In Short : Energy efficiency is vital to Ukraine’s post-war recovery, helping rebuild homes and infrastructure that are resilient, affordable, and sustainable. With nearly 80% of housing energy-inefficient, adopting insulation, modern heating, and renewable systems can cut energy use by up to 60%. This approach reduces costs, boosts energy security, creates jobs, and strengthens Ukraine’s […]
Parliamentary Question: National Action Plan on Climate Change – EQ
In Short : The government, in response to a Parliamentary question, highlighted that the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) continues to guide India’s climate strategy through eight core missions. These include solar energy, energy efficiency, sustainable agriculture, and water management. States have also developed their own action plans, ensuring localized implementation and alignment […]
Nearly 50 governments endorse energy efficiency for boosting affordability, competitiveness and energy security – EQ
In Short : At the IEA’s 10th Global Energy Efficiency Conference in Brussels, nearly 50 governments pledged to prioritize energy efficiency to enhance affordability, competitiveness, and energy security. Reaffirming the COP28 goal to double efficiency gains by 2030, they committed to stronger policies, digital innovation, and inclusive approaches to accelerate progress across sectors while reducing […]
IEA celebrates 10 years of training policy makers to drive energy efficiency progress – EQ
In Short : The IEA marks 10 years of its Energy Efficiency Policy Training Weeks, having trained over 3,000 policymakers from 130+ countries. The 20th edition in Paris hosted 200 participants focusing on key sectors. Organized by the Office of Energy Efficiency and Inclusive Transitions, the initiative supports global efforts, especially in emerging economies, to […]
TARGET OF DOUBLING ENERGY EFFICIENCY – EQ
In Short : India targets a reduction of 89 Mtoe energy consumption by 2030 through sectoral plans across industry, buildings, transport, and others. Initiatives include energy-efficient building codes, mandatory star-labelling for appliances, and the India Cooling Action Plan. Key schemes like PAT, ECSBC, ENS, and CAFE norms aim to boost efficiency. The update was shared […]
A National Conference on ‘Sustainable Cooling and Doubling the Rate of Energy Efficiency Improvement,’ was held in New Delhi on Feb. 21-22, 2025 – EQ
In Short : The National Conference on ‘Sustainable Cooling and Doubling Energy Efficiency Improvement’ was held in New Delhi on Feb 21-22, 2025. Organized by BEE and PFI under the Ministry of Power, it focused on energy efficiency, climate goals, and sustainable cooling. Experts discussed strategies to enhance energy savings and India’s commitment to emission […]