R K Singh Inaugurates 29th National Energy Conservation Day, Presents Awards

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New Delhi : Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), under the guidance of Ministry of Power, Government of India, organised the 29^th National Energy Conservation Awards. R K Singh, Minister of State (IC) for Power and New & Renewable Energy and Minister of State for Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, was the chief guest on this occasion.

This year, Energy Conservation was celebrated through a week long activities culminating on the National Energy Conservation Day on December 14, 2019, at Vigyan  Bhawan. The concluding event witnessed awards distribution to the winners from different industries and establishments, and the winners of National Painting Competition for students.

Singh highlighted the importance of energy conservation in country’s sustainable development approach. He emphasised the need for taking measures to reduce CO₂ emission to minimise adverse impact of climate change. The Power Minister lauded the outcome and efforts of BEE programme and complimented the industry for making sincere efforts in implementing various schemes.

On the occasion, Star Labelling Programme for Solar Water Heater was launched and a Handbook for Implementation of Provisions of Energy Conservation Act 2001 was released, according to a PIB release.

The event witnessed award presentations to 65 industries and institutions from various sectors for their excellent performance in achieving energy efficiency.  Altogether 355 units and establishments across the country participated to save 10,566 Million units worth over Rs 5,000 crore. Under the National Level Painting Competition, 26 students from two groups were awarded. The prize winning paintings will be displayed at Govt. Offices.