Promote energy conservation: BEE

Vijayawada: Highlighting the critical role of electricity during the ongoing crisis, the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) has urged state governments to aggressively promote energy efficiency.

In a communication to AP State Energy Conservation Mission (APSECM) on the occasion of 50th anniversary of Earth Day, the BEE said energy security remains a major area of attention and the crisis highlights the critical value of electricity.

“As the governments are facing the economic impact of the corona crisis, they are focusing on strategies to stimulate economies and create employment once the present crisis is brought under control. The energy efficiency offers several opportunities in boosting economy,” said Abhay Bhakre, director general of BEE.


In the present times, people can manage without many things, but they can’t manage without electricity. “In such a case, electricity security is the foundation of prosperity and stability. But ensuring that security requires action from governments,” the BEE said.

Responding to the communication, secretary for energy Srikant Nagulapalli said that the state government is committed to enhancing energy efficiency activities in various sectors with the support of all government departments.

He said the government was giving utmost priority to energy security and environmental protection.

As Andhra Pradesh is proactive in implementing energy efficiency, the BEE is requested to lend more help to the state to intensify activities in the field of energy conservation and energy efficiency, the APSECM requested.