The programme was launched by the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, N. Chandrababu Naidu during the inaugural session of the two-day International workshop on energy efficient lighting. 

 

These schemes will be implemented by Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL), a joint venture public sector undertakings under the Union Ministry of Power. Under the National Energy Efficient Fan Programme, the government plans to encourage the usage of 50-watt BEE 5 Star rated ceiling fan, which is expected to reduce the consumer’s electricity bills by about Rs. 700-730 per year. 

 

Therefore, the cost recovery of purchasing these fans is less than 2 years. 

 

These fans are 30% more energy efficient compared to conventional fans, which range from 75-80 Watts. 

 

At present, under the scheme, two energy efficient fans will be provided to each consumer at Rs 60 a month per fan on EMI basis. The EMI amount will be added to the consumers’ electricity bills for two years. The consumer can also purchase the fan by paying Rs. 1250/- upfront. 

 

This scheme will be available to the consumer on providing a copy of latest electricity bill along with a copy of residence proof at the designated distribution centre. 

Earlier, N Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated the International workshop on Energy Efficient Lighting by unveiling the Energy Efficient Fan and by switching on Energy Efficient Agriculture Pump installed in Rajamundry, 150 km from Vijayawada, through remote control. Representatives from 15 countries as well as representatives of various Indian state governments are attending the conference.