Singapore is taking another significant step in its efforts to combat rising energy consumption and environmental challenges by revising its Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) for split-type air conditioners (ACs). Starting 1 April, 2025, the new MEPS will raise the energy efficiency requirements for both single-split and multi-split ACs. This revision is a key part of Singapore’s ongoing commitment to the ASEAN Regional Policy Roadmap for Energy-Efficient Room Air ...Read More
New Energy Standards: Malaysia’s EECA and MEPS Update
Malaysia is taking a significant leap in its energy efficiency journey with the enactment of the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act (EECA). This legislation marks a transformative milestone in the country's commitment to sustainability, aiming to reduce energy consumption, minimize waste, and support long-term carbon neutrality goals by 2050. The Act was officially gazetted on 26 November 2024 and came into force on 1 January 2025. As the implementing and regulatory authority, the ...Read More
Nigerian Government Approves New MEPS for Air Conditioners to Boost Energy Efficiency
The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved the rollout of new Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) and energy labelling for air conditioners (ACs) so cooling is more energy efficient, affordable and environmentally friendly. Air conditioners are among the highest energy-consuming appliances, accounting for over 40 per cent of household electricity usage, and much of that is wasted due to outdated technology, which is common locally. This newly approved standard, aligned with ...Read More
Empowering Nigeria for a Sustainable Cooling Future: Training Technicians on Eco-Friendly Air Conditioner Disposal
Through the Ministry of Environment, the Nigerian government has provided training on 27-28 November 2024 at Kano City, Nigeria, for technicians in the cooling sector on the proper end-of-life management of air conditioners (ACs) and refrigerants. This training was part of the project titled “Scaling Up Energy-Efficient and Climate-Friendly Cooling in Nigeria’s NDC Revision”, coordinated by the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) with financial support from Clean Cooling Collaborative ...Read More
DECEMBER 2024 ISSUE OF THE U4E NEWSLETTER NOW AVAILABLE
Stay informed with the latest updates from U4E. Our quarterly newsletter highlights the progress of U4E projects, newly released resources, and innovative tools driving energy efficiency worldwide. The December 2024 issue features: Insights from the U4E Partners' Meeting Advancements in sustainable cooling initiatives across West Africa Highlights from the Ghana Study Tour to support MEPS implementation for cooling in The Gambia Updates on MEPS progress ...Read More
AGORA project launched in Ghana and Nigeria to stimulate market for sustainable refrigerators and air conditioners
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and UNEP’s United for Efficiency in partnership with the Governments of Ghana and Nigeria, have launched the implementation of the project titled 'Abating Greenhouse Gas Emissions From Obsolete RAC Equipment In Ghana and Nigeria' (AGORA) With a total financing of EURO 2.4 million from the French Facility for Global Environment (FFEM) to be implemented from 2024 to 2027, the AGORA project will aim to transform the Refrigeration and Air ...Read More
UNEP Hosts Study Tour in Singapore to Drive Enhanced MEPS in Southeast Asia
On 5-6 November, UNEP-U4E, under the ASEAN Cool Initiative, and UNEP OzonAction jointly led a Study Tour in Singapore, aimed at fostering knowledge exchange, sharing best practices, and enhancing understanding of regulatory frameworks for implementing and enforcing enhanced Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) across the region. The tour showcased Singapore's success meeting the Regional Phase II MEPS targets, offering a model for other ASEAN countries. The Study Tour was ...Read More
Eswatini advances MEPS implementation with stakeholder engagement workshops
Eswatini is moving ahead with the implementation of SADC harmonised MEPS for room air conditioners and residential refrigeration appliances (cooling products) at national level, supported by UNEP - U4E. The Ministry of Natural Resources and Energy (MNRE), in collaboration with the Eswatini Standards Authority (SWASA), convened three workshops to create awareness about the nationally adopted MEPS and promote stakeholder engagement in October. The project to implement harmonised Minimum ...Read More
Advancing Energy Efficiency in Malaysia: MEPS Revision for Air Conditioners
On 7 August, UNEP-U4E participated in a meeting with the Energy Commission of Malaysia (EC), the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA), and the ASHRAE Malaysia Chapter (ASHRAE) on the status of MEPS revision for Air Conditioners (ACs) in the country, as well as the current progress on the ASEAN Cool Initiative. The ASEAN Cool Initiative is funded by the Clean Cooling Collaborative and, under the stewardship of UNEP-U4E, aims to accelerate the implementation of ...Read More
Zimbabwe advances implementation of SADC Harmonised MEPS for cooling appliances
On 7-8 August, United for Efficiency (U4E), the Ministry of Energy and Power Development, and the Standards Association of Zimbabwe (SAZ) jointly organised the Training of Trainers workshop in Bindura, Zimbabwe, as part of the national implementation of SADC Harmonized MEPS for cooling appliances. The goal was to build technical capacity so that participants could also provide training to a broad audience at the planned regional workshop and ensure the smooth implementation of MEPS in the ...Read More
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