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The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), under the Ministry of Power, has highlighted the role of Demand Side Management (DSM), grid flexibility and energy efficiency in supporting India’s energy transition during BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week (BSLW) 2026. The bureau organised a webinar on energy conservation on November 2, 2026, focusing on sustainable electricity consumption, energy security and renewable energy integration.
The webinar, conducted as part of BSLW observed from November 1 to 7, 2026, brought together experts and representatives from institutions including TERI, AEEE, IIT, CLASP and SEforALL. The discussions covered India’s energy efficiency initiatives, industrial energy conservation, technological interventions and the contribution of energy-efficient appliances towards reducing electricity consumption.
One of the key areas discussed during the webinar was Demand Side Management (DSM) and its role in transforming energy efficiency into a flexible grid resource. The discussions highlighted how optimising electricity consumption can improve grid flexibility and support the integration of renewable energy into the power system.
The session also examined the role of technological interventions and behavioural changes in reducing electricity consumption. Experts discussed India’s Standards and Labelling Programme for appliances, market trends and sustainable consumption practices, emphasising the importance of energy-efficient products and responsible electricity use.
Shri Krushna Chandra Panigrahy, Director General, BEE, delivered the inaugural address, highlighting energy efficiency as an important enabler of sustainable development and calling for coordinated efforts to promote energy-efficient practices across sectors.
Alongside the webinar, BEE undertook several awareness initiatives during BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week 2026 to promote energy conservation and sustainable consumption.
The initiatives included an Energy Conservation Pledge by the Director General and BEE employees at the bureau’s New Delhi office on November 2. Awareness banners and standees carrying energy conservation messages were also displayed at the office.
BEE additionally observed a Switch-Off Hour from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM on November 2, encouraging employees to switch off lights and non-essential electrical equipment when not in use. A seven-day social media campaign under the theme “Save Energy” and hashtag #BRICSforLiFE was also conducted to encourage citizens to adopt energy-efficient practices.
The Government of India established the Bureau of Energy Efficiency on March 1, 2002, under the Energy Conservation Act, 2001. The bureau works towards reducing the energy intensity of the Indian economy through policies, strategies, regulatory measures and promotional initiatives supporting energy efficiency.
