AEEE is committed to advancing a sustainable energy future by leveraging cross-cutting strategies that accelerate decarbonisation across key sectors of the Indian economy. Central to this mission are advanced energy data analytics, sustainable procurement and financing, innovative implementation models such as ESCOs, and robust measurement and verification (M&V), which are essential for guiding decision-making and scaling energy efficiency projects and investments in industries, MSMEs, and buildings. The Decarbonisation Catalysts team focuses on enhancing energy efficiency by addressing the barriers in policy decision-making, demand creation and aggregation, project development, enterprise energy management, procurement, and financing. To support the ESCO business model, AEEE facilitates demand activation, public and private sector financing and de-risking mechanisms, and third-party M&V, thereby creating a vibrant market for energy-efficient services. Additionally, through partnerships and capacity-building initiatives, the organisation equips stakeholders with the necessary knowledge and skills to implement decarbonisation pathways effectively.
Objective
Leverage cross-cutting strategies to decarbonise priority sectors
Strategic Focus Areas
- Promote the adoption of ESCO models and robust measurement and verification processes to scale energy efficiency
- Leverage granular end-use energy data analytics to design and implement decarbonisation pathways
- Facilitate public and private financing to enhance energy efficiency through innovative business models and de-risking mechanisms
- Enable sustainable procurement practices that prioritise low-carbon, energy-efficient technologies and materials
- Enhance stakeholder knowledge and skills through targeted training and awareness programs to enable decarbonisation
Flagship Programmes
Catalysing Sub-national Action Plan in MSME Sectors in Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra
This program aims to enhance the deployment of low-carbon technologies within the MSME sectors in the states of Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra. Clusters for implementing low-carbon strategies have been identified through a scoping study of MSME clusters in the respective states. Strategies are being introduced in selected MSME units, with comprehensive case studies documenting the process and outcomes. To further support this transition, the program includes awareness workshops, training sessions, and capacity-building programs for MSMEs and related stakeholders. Additionally, a specialised scoping study is underway to explore the utilisation of hydrogen in Maharashtra’s industrial sector and to outline the path forward.
Energy-Efficient Fans Programme
Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL), a joint venture of Public Sector Undertakings under the Ministry of Power, launched its ground-breaking Energy-Efficient Fans Programme (EEFP). This initiative aims to distribute 10 million energy-efficient BLDC fans through bulk procurement. The economies of scale will help reduce energy-efficient ceiling fans’ manufacturing and delivery costs. AEEE supports EESL in aggregating the demand for 2.5 million energy-efficient fans at scale through a strategic MoU between the organisations. The approaches and actions taken towards this target have been liaising with state and local government, conducting stakeholder consultations, creating awareness and capacity building, and conducting digital communication campaigns.
