Aug 31, 2025
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The State Energy Efficiency Index (SEEI) is developed by the BEE in collaboration with the Alliance for an Energy Efficient Economy (AEEE). It ranks all 36 States/UTs based on performance for the fiscal year 2023–24 (FY23-24).
The index covers seven demand sectors (Buildings, Industry, Transport, Agriculture, Municipal Services, DISCOMs, and Cross-sector initiatives) and uses 66 quantitative indicators (e.g. building norms, vehicle policies). SEEI encourages data-driven monitoring, healthy competition and best-practice sharing among states.
States are classified into four performance categories: Front Runners(>60%), Achievers(50-60%), Contenders(30-50%), and Aspirants(<30%).
All 36 states/UTs have prepared State Energy Efficiency Action Plans (SEEAPs); 31 have formed state-level energy efficiency steering committees. These platforms facilitate implementation.
It is a key policy tool guiding state-level actions toward India’s energy efficiency targets and climate commitments. The latest edition continues the trend of highlighting top achievers and identifying gaps.
The 6th edition of the State Energy Efficiency Index (SEEI) 2024 was released on 29 August 2025 by India’s Ministry of Power.
This annual ranking, prepared by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), assesses how effectively each State and Union Territory is implementing energy efficiency measures.
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Top States by Group: The index groups states by annual energy consumption. Group toppers are Maharashtra (Group 1: >15 MTOE), Andhra Pradesh (Group 2: 5–15 MTOE), Assam (Group 3: 1–5 MTOE), and Tripura (Group 4: <1 MTOE). These states led their consumption categories.
Performance Categories: States are ranked into four bands based on scores (out of 100):
Front Runners (>60%): 5 states. Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Telangana, Tamil Nadu. These retained or improved top status from previous years.
Achievers (50–60%): 2 states. Assam, Kerala.
Contenders (30–50%): 5 states. Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, Odisha, Uttar Pradesh.
Aspirants (<30%): Remaining states with lower scores.
Year-on-Year Change: Compared to SEEI 2023, the number of Front Runners fell from seven to five. However, the same five states (AP, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Telangana, Tamil Nadu) continue to lead. Assam and Kerala moved up as Achievers.
Sectoral Progress: Notable achievements reported include:
Buildings: 24 states have notified the 2017 Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC) for commercial buildings.
Industry: 10 states have formulated dedicated energy-efficiency policies for MSMEs (Micro Small & Medium Enterprises).
Transport: 31 states have electric mobility policies; 14 states mandate EV charging infrastructure in new buildings. This aligns with India’s push for green vehicles.
Agriculture: 13 states promote solar-powered irrigation pumps (Kerala leads with ~74% pump efficiency).
Cross-sector: All 36 states have State Energy Efficiency Action Plans; 31 states have high-level steering committees on energy transition.
Policy Innovations: SEEI 2024 highlights evolving tools: rollout of Energy Service Companies (ESCO) model, energy efficiency labels (e.g. star ratings for buildings/appliances), cluster-based energy audits for industries, and expanded Perform, Achieve, Trade (PAT) cycles. EV incentives and DISCOM demand-side management programs are also noted. These measures offer low-cost paths to meet India’s net-zero objectives.
Link to Climate Goals: The index helps states align with India’s environmental commitments. SEEI data will continue to be a vital monitoring tool for India’s sustainability and energy security targets.
Statutory body: BEE was established in 2002 under the Energy Conservation Act, 2001, under the Ministry of Power, to drive nationwide energy-efficiency policy and implementation.
Mission: Reduce the energy intensity of the Indian economy by designing policies and market mechanisms and by promoting self‑regulation and stakeholder participation.
Core instruments: Runs Standards & Labelling for appliances, Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC), Perform–Achieve–Trade (PAT) for energy‑intensive industries, and Demand Side Management programs.
Regulatory and capacity roles: Notifies norms, certifies Energy Managers/Auditors, supports R&D and testing/certification infrastructure, and conducts awareness and training across sectors.
Q. On which of the following can you find the Bureau of Energy Efficiency Star Label? (2016)
Ceiling fans
Electric geysers
Tubular fluorescent lamps
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (d)
Q. What is the State Energy Efficiency Index (SEEI)?
A. A state-level ranking, prepared by BEE/AEEE, that scores each state/UT on energy-efficiency implementation across sectors. It promotes best practices and competition.
Q. Who releases the State Energy Efficiency Index?
A. The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (under MoP) in association with the Alliance for an Energy Efficient Economy releases the SEEI annually.
Q. When was SEEI 2024 released and for which year?
A. It was released on 29 Aug 2025, covering fiscal year 2023–24 performance.
Q. Which states topped SEEI 2024?A. Group leaders were Maharashtra (Group 1), Andhra Pradesh (Group 2), Assam (Group 3), and Tripura (Group 4). In overall categories, Maharashtra and AP lead the Front Runner band.
The State Energy Efficiency Index is a critical tool to benchmark state efforts in conservation and efficiency. It highlights model states (like Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh) and areas needing improvement. For UPSC aspirants, SEEI illustrates how India links policy (building codes, EVs, solar pumps) to climate goals. With nearly all states formulating energy action plans and joining global initiatives (e.g. ISA, GBA), energy efficiency is firmly on India’s agenda. Studying SEEI equips aspirants to answer questions on sustainable development, federal energy policies, and India’s NDC targets.
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