On which of the following can you find the Bureau of Energy Efficiency Star Label?

1. Ceiling fans
2. Electric geysers
3. Tubular fluorescent lamps

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

1. 1 and 2 only
2. 3 only
3. 2 and 3 only
4. 1, 2 and 3

Explanation

All are correct

• Bureau of Energy Efficiency: The Bureau of Energy Efficiency is a statutory agency under the Ministry of Power.
  • It was created in March 2002 under the provisions of the nation’s 2001 Energy Conservation Act.
  • BEE’s function is to develop programs which will increase the conservation and efficient use of energy.
  • It is mandatory for certain appliances in India to have BEE ratings.
• Standards & Labelling Program (BEE star label):
  • The Objectives of the Standards & Labelling Program are to provide the consumer with an informed choice about energy savings.
• Mandatory Appliances:
  • Frost Free Refrigerators
  • Electric Geysers
  • Color TV
  • Washing Machine
  • Room Air Conditioner (Variable Speed)
  • Tubular Fluorescent Lamps
  • LED LAMPS
  • Chillers
  • Light Commercial Air Conditioners
  • Deep Freezers
  • Ultra-High Definition (UHD) Televisions
  • Room Air Conditioner (Fixed Speed)
  • RAC (Cassette, Floor Standing Tower, Ceiling, Corner AC)
  • Distribution Transformer
  • Direct Cool Refrigerators
  • Ceiling Fan

Answer: (d) 1, 2 and 3; Difficulty Level: Easy