The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), in collaboration with the Alliance for an Energy Efficient Economy (AEEE), recently released the State Energy Efficiency Index (SEEI) 2024. This is the sixth edition of the index, and it assesses the energy efficiency performance of 36 States and Union Territories (UTs) for the financial year 2023-24.
Implementation-Focused Framework:
The index now includes 66 indicators across various sectors such as Buildings, Industry, Municipal Services, Transport, Agriculture, Distribution Companies (DISCOMs), and Cross-Sector Initiatives.
This updated framework reflects the evolving priorities in energy efficiency, focusing on new areas like electric vehicle (EV) policies, star-rated buildings, and Demand-Side Management (DSM) strategies.
Performance Categories:
States are classified into four performance categories based on their energy efficiency scores:
Front Runners (>60% performance)
Achievers (50-60% performance)
Contenders (30-50% performance)
Aspirants (<30% performance)
Sectoral Progress:
The SEEI 2024 highlights significant progress in various sectors:
Buildings: 24 states have adopted the ECBC 2017 (Energy Conservation Building Code).
Industry: 10 states have developed energy efficiency policies for MSMEs (Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises).
Electric Mobility: 31 states have implemented electric mobility policies.
Agriculture: 13 states are promoting solar-powered agricultural pumps, with Kerala achieving a 74% adoption rate.
Energy Efficiency Action Plans:
All 36 states/UTs have developed State Energy Efficiency Action Plans (SEEAPs).
31 states have established State-Level Steering Committees on Energy Transition, reflecting their commitment to driving energy efficiency and climate action.
Maharashtra: Group 1 (Performance > 15 MToE - Million Tonnes of Oil Equivalent).
Andhra Pradesh: Group 2 (Performance between 5–15 MToE).
Assam: Group 3 (Performance between 1–5 MToE).
Tripura: Group 4 (Performance < 1 MToE).
Policy Tool: The SEEI serves as a crucial policy tool for state governments, helping guide their actions to improve energy efficiency at the state level. It aligns with India’s broader energy and climate goals, contributing to a sustainable energy future.
Data-Driven Approach: By using data-driven assessments, the SEEI fosters healthy competition among states and encourages the adoption of best practices for energy efficiency.
Support for Climate Goals: SEEI 2024 is integral to India’s commitment to reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions, helping achieve both national energy efficiency and climate goals.
The State Energy Efficiency Index (SEEI) 2024 represents a significant step forward in India’s energy transition, providing a comprehensive framework to assess, compare, and enhance energy efficiency at the state level. By focusing on diverse sectors such as electric mobility, solar-powered agriculture, and energy-efficient buildings, India is working toward a more sustainable, energy-efficient future
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