Power Ministry Launches Rs. 1,000-Cr ADEETIE Scheme To Boost MSME Energy Efficiency & Advance Climate Goals

New Delhi, Aug 4 (KNN) The Union Ministry of Power has recently introduced the ‘Assistance in Deploying Energy Efficient Technologies in Industries and Establishments’ (ADEETIE) scheme, with a government allocation of Rs 1,000 crore. 

As part of the initiative, West Godavari district in Andhra Pradesh has been selected for the scheme’s broader implementation, while both East and West Godavari districts have been identified for focused participation in the glass–refractory sector.

Spearheaded by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), the scheme is expected to catalyse investments exceeding Rs 9,000 crore through a combination of government support and industry participation. 

The initiative is positioned as a critical step in achieving India’s long-term climate, sustainability, and net-zero goals.

The scheme earmarks Rs 875 crore as interest subvention to enable concessional financing for MSMEs seeking to upgrade their technology for energy efficiency. 

An additional Rs 50 crore has been allocated for implementation, capacity-building, and awareness programmes. 

The support covers the full project cycle—fr0m investment-grade energy audits and detailed project reports to financing assistance and performance verification.

As part of the national rollout, Andhra Pradesh’s West Godavari district has been selected for the overall scheme, while both East and West Godavari districts have been identified for the glass–refractory sector. 

The programme is being operationalised across 60 industrial clusters and 14 energy-intensive sectors, including textiles, foundries, food processing, and chemicals, using a phased, cluster-specific approach.

Additional Secretary, Ministry of Power and Director General, BEE, Akash Tripathi, called ADEETIE a major boon for the MSME sector. 

“We urge all states to capitalise on this opportunity fr0m the very beginning to ensure the scheme’s success and maximise benefits for their industries,” he said.

Milind Deore, Secretary, BEE, underlined the critical role of state-designated agencies (SDAs) in outreach, stakeholder engagement, and handholding. 

“By working closely with MSMEs and supporting them through the entire process, states can ensure their industries become globally competitive, sustainable, and environmentally responsible,” he said.

(KNN Bureau)