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Lao People’s Democratic Republic

June 5, 2026 by

Lao People’s Democratic Republic

United for Efficiency supports policymakers and regulators in the Lao People’s Democratic Republic in advancing policies, strategies and actions for the phase-out of inefficient lighting and refrigeration appliances.

The initiative promotes an integrated policy approach to support the transition to energy-efficient lighting and appliances, ensuring that market transformation can be sustained over time by the domestic market without continued external support.

At a Glance

  • Development of MEPS and energy labelling programme
  • Strengthening policy and regulatory frameworks
  • Supported through the Green Climate Fund (GCF) Readiness Programme

Project Details

Main Components

This project supports the creation of an enabling environment for the transformation of the national lighting and appliance market.

  • Identification of climate-appropriate technological solutions through market assessments
  • Development of operational frameworks for the establishment and implementation of MEPS and energy labelling
  • Techno-economic analysis of energy-efficient lighting products and appliances across different end-use sectors
  • Introduction of policy reforms and financial incentives to scale up the adoption of energy-efficient appliances

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Key Documents

  • Lighting and Appliance Market Assessment Report
  • Recommendation and Implementation Plan

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    • About U4E
    • Contact
  • Products
    • Lighting
    • Refrigeration & Cold Chain
    • Electric Motors
    • Air Conditioners
    • Distribution Networks & Assets
    • Data Centres
  • Country & Regional Activities
    • Regional Projects
    • Multi-Country Projects
    • Countries
  • Resources
    • Country Savings Assesments
    • Publications
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    • Model Regulation Guidelines
    • Product Registration Systems
    • Sustainable Procurement
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