National Energy Conservation Day observed on December 14

Key facts

• The National Energy Conservation Day is celebrated every year on December 14 since 1991.
• The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), under the Ministry of Power, spearheads the celebrations every year.
• The objective of the day is to drive mass awareness about the importance of energy efficiency and conservation.
• The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) recognizes industries with National Energy Conservation Awards and awards prizes to national winners of the annual National Painting Competition on Energy Conservation.
• The National Energy Conservation Awards were given away for the first time on December 14, 1991.
• Beginning 2021, the Energy Efficiency Innovation Awards (NEEIA) were added under two categories: Buildings, Transport and Industries; and Students and Research Scholars.
• The Ministry of Power launched the National Painting Competition in 2005 to promote energy conservation among students.