ADEETIE Scheme

Why in News?

The Union Ministry of Power, through the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), is set to launch a first-of-its-kind scheme—ADEETIE (Assistance in Deploying Energy Efficient Technologies in Industries & Establishments.

• Focus - Accelerating the adoption of cutting-edge energy-efficient technologies across the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector while also supporting India's climate objectives.
• Eligibility - The scheme targets Udyam-registered MSMEs in identified energy-intensive clusters across various sectors like Brass, Bricks, Ceramics, Food Processing, Leather, Pharma, and Textiles.
  • It should be operated in one of the 60 identified clusters, and implement technologies capable of achieving at least 10% energy savings.
• Financial Support - Provides interest subvention on loans for implementing energy-efficient technologies (5% for Micro and Small, 3% for Medium Enterprises).
• Loan amounts can range from Rs 10 lakh to Rs 15 crore.
• Technical Assistance - Offers support for Investment Grade Energy Audits (IGEA), Detailed Project Reports (DPRs), and monitoring energy savings.
• Capacity Building - BEE facilitates financing through an online platform.
• It provides technical handholding, interest subvention on loans, and policy support, enabling industries to lower energy costs, enhance productivity, and strengthen role in India’s clean energy transition.
• The scheme aligns with India’s broader climate goals, including reducing emissions intensity by 45% by 2030 and achieving Net Zero by 2070.

Reference

Deccan Chronicle | ADEETIE Scheme