The full form of BEE is the Bureau of Energy Efficiency. BEE was established by the Government of India on March 1, 2002 under the provision of Energy Conservation Act, 2001. With the world facing major departmental calamities of climate change and global warming, there was a need to regulate the emission of Co2 in the environment. Renewable sources like solar and wind energy are identified as capable climate-friendly energy sources of no Co2, these sources have not reached a stage where they can completely replace our existing electricity generation methods. Hence, the BEE was created with a mission to form policies and develop constructive strategies with an intend of self-regulation and marketing principles to achieve energy efficiency.
The BEE star rating can be mandatory as well as optional depending on the type of appliance. For instance, Refrigerators, air conditioners, washing machines, and geysers are eligible for a mandatory label of BEE star rating.
On the other hand, appliances with a little impact on power consumption may not compulsorily need this rating. For example: Air coolers, tube lights, fans, etc.
Star labelling of appliances is one of the most cost effective policy tools for improving energy efficiency and lowering energy cost of appliances/equipment for the consumers. This program aim to foster a sustainable “market transformation” by shifting the markets toward increased sales of energy-efficient star labelled products. |
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