CSTEP has played a critical role in supporting the PAT scheme under India’s National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency (NMEEE) by working closely with the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) to develop methodologies for computing specific energy consumption (SEC) tailored to Indian industrial conditions. This involved conducting detailed techno-economic studies; building energy consumption models for sectors such as cement, iron and steel, and textiles; and participating in consultative workshops with industry stakeholders to refine approaches. In the cement sector, CSTEP analysed how variations in plant operations influenced baseline energy performance and helped improve methods for normalising SEC calculations. For the iron and steel sector, sub-process-level energy models were developed to assess potential interventions and identify opportunities for improvement. These contributions supported the PAT cycle design, implementation, and evaluation by enabling more accurate benchmarking and realistic target setting for industries. Through its data-driven analysis and sector-specific insights, CSTEP continues to strengthen the effectiveness of PAT, making industrial energy efficiency a cornerstone of India’s broader climate and development strategy.

CSTEP is assisting the Kerala state government in its plans to become a net-zero state by 2050. Exploring ways to enable a higher uptake of renewable energy (RE) in the state, our study put forth an energy transition roadmap for Kerala. The key recommendations relate to utilising decentralised RE through community-centric rooftop photovoltaic systems, boosting RE deployment through hybrid technologies, and strategising the development of 4 GW of energy storage systems. The study also advises the state to develop programmes that reward citizens for efficiency in energy consumption and incentivise energy-efficient appliances and home upgrades. After the launch of the report, CSTEP was invited to join the sub-committee that is working on Kerala’s Energy Policy and is now also a knowledge partner for the Energy Management Centre.

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