ADEETIE Scheme

Source:  ET Energy

Context: Union Minister launched the ADEETIE scheme to boost industrial energy efficiency, especially for MSMEs, at a national rollout event in Panipat, Haryana.

About ADEETIE scheme:

• What is ADEETIE?
  • ADEETIE stands for Assistance in Deploying Energy Efficient Technologies in Industries & Establishments.
  • It is a flagship scheme to promote low-carbon industrial growth by facilitating adoption of clean, efficient energy technologies.
• Launched by: Union Ministry of Power
• Implemented by: The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE)
• Budget & Duration:

• • Total Budget: ₹1000 crore (FY 2025–26 to FY 2027–28).
  • ₹875 crore for interest subvention, ₹50 crore for audits, ₹75 crore for handholding support.

• Core Objectives:

• • Promote energy efficiency (EE) in MSMEs to reduce emissions.
  • Provide financial assistance and technical support for technology adoption.
  • Improve power-productivity ratio and support India’s net zero and Viksit Bharat goals.

• Key Features:

• • Interest Subvention:
    • 5% for Micro and Small Enterprises
    • 3% for Medium Enterprises
  • Technical Handholding:
    • Investment-grade energy audits (IGEA)
    • DPR preparation and tech implementation
    • Monitoring & verification (M&V) post-installation
  • Digital Facilitation: Dedicated portal to track applications and disbursements.
  • Cluster-Based Rollout:
    • Phase I: 60 industrial clusters
    • Phase II: 100 additional clusters
  • Expected Outcomes:
    • Up to 50% reduction in energy usage in some technologies.
    • ₹9000 crore investments catalysed, including ₹6750 crore in MSME loans.

• Eligibility Criteria:

• • Registered MSMEs in identified clusters/sectors.
  • Active participation in energy audits and DPR approval process.
  • Preference to early adopters and energy-intensive industries.