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The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Bhutan to cooperate on enhancing energy efficiency and energy conservation measures.
Power and New and Renewable Energy Minister R K Singh on March 2 this year launched Voluntary Star Labelling Programme for multi-door refrigerators, table- and wall-mounted fans, pedestal fans, and induction hobs, , room air-conditioners
India's energy efficiency policies have not only led to improvement in overall energy efficiency of air-conditioners but also accelerated the deployment of highly Energy Efficient inverter technology, the ministry of power said on Wednesday.
Demand for energy efficient appliances is rising as people look to reduce their electricity bills. Salespeople are promoting 5-star labelled air conditioning units as they consume up to 25% less energy than lower-rated models.
Under the new mandate, now manufacturers would have to display star ratings between 1 to 5 stars on their fans. The star rating is dependent on service value (air delivery in cubic meters per minute divided by energy consumption in wattage).