Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) Certificate

BEE Certification

What is BEE Certification?

The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) is an agency established by the Government of India under the Ministry of Energy. It was established in 2001 under the provisions of the Energy Conservation Act 2001. The aim of the BEE certification is to monitor the energy and cost savings targets. In India certain products are required to carry ratings and labels that indicate the product’s energy efficiency and to help customers to make purchasing decisions.

Why does a product need a BEE-Rating certification?

BEE Raise awareness of energy efficiency and conservation and share information about it. A BEE-rating certificate is required to demonstrate a product's level of performance and electricity usage. Indicators of product efficiency and performance in terms of electricity consumption are included in the certificate.

The Bureau of Energy Efficiency's purpose is to "institutionalize" energy efficiency services, enable delivery methods across the country, and lead energy efficiency in all industries. Its primary objective is to reduce energy intensity in the economy.

Who needs a BEE certificate?

• - Manufacturers: The Manufacturer of the end product can register himself with Star Labeling Scheme of BEE. But, one can only register only one product with a single brand under one login.
• - Importers: Any Indian company or entity that wants to import any products or item which comes under the regime of BBE obligator Certification has to undergo the BEE registration process as per the State Labeling Scheme of BEE. But, one importer can only register one product with a single brand under one login.
• - Trader: Any domestic trader trading domestically with the products that come under the regime of BEE Certification has to undergo the BEE registration process as per the State Labeling Scheme of BEE. But, one importer can only register only one product with a single brand under one login.

Products Covered Under BEE Certification

Benefits of BEE Certification

Obtaining this type of certification will provide you with the following advantages:

• Standards: When it comes to energy efficiency, there are specific standards that must be followed. This type of certification would ensure that such standards are maintained as per the law's requirements.
• Compliance:The producer or industry would be certain to comply with the law if they obtained this type of accreditation. Furthermore, this accreditation would guarantee that the manufacturer conforms to the Energy Act of 2001.
• Reputation: This certification would secure the manufacturer's or industry's reputation for adhering to the applicable requirements.
• Efficiency: This certification ensures that a certain level of efficiency is maintained by manufacturers or industries. This would ensure that the Energy Act of 2001's principles for energy efficiency is followed.

Process for BEE Certification

Before filing your application, you must first identify whether you are qualified for mandatory or voluntary BEE certification. Some items are required to be registered under the mandatory product list of BEE, while others are on the voluntary product list.

STEP 1: PRODUCT TESTING

BEE Registration begins with the testing of a sample to determine the rate of energy consumption. At the time of MODEL Registration, the test report will be required. Applicant needs to send the sample(s) and technical documentation to a NABL-accredited lab for testing and receive the results.

Two types of testing are done, which are as follows:

Performance Testing - All items covered by the BEE are subjected to performance testing. It aids in depicting the product's performance, and a star rating is assigned as a result.

Safety Testing - The samples covered by BEE and BIS are subjected to safety testing. This test is used to determine whether the product is consumer-friendly or not.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR TESTING

The following documents are required for testing of products:

Proof of the manufacturing unit's legal address

Copy of Factory License in English, describing the relevant product as the scope of manufacturing and indicating the manufacturing unit's address.

User manual with sample for testing

A copy of the BIS license, including the expiration date and a list of all models, used

STEP 2: BRAND/COMPANY REGISTRATION

To register a BRAND with BEE, follow the procedures below:

DocumentationThe below-mentioned documents are gathered in the first step. Compile the required documentation and register the brand on the BEE site, as well as pay the security deposit amount online.

Submit application - Once the document has been collected, the application must be submitted to the BEE Department both online and offline. Submit a hard copy of the application to BEE, along with all attachments, duly signed by the Authorized Signatory. If BEE requests clarification or additional information, provide the same.

Scrutiny of Documents Once the document has been collected, the application must be submitted to the BEE Department both online and offline. Submit a hard copy of the application to BEE, along with all attachments, duly signed by the Authorized Signatory. If BEE requests clarification or additional information, provide the same.

Scrutiny of Documents - Scrutiny of application will be done by BEE officials to ensure that documents submitted are in the specified order or not. BEE Officials will verify the documents whether all documents are submitted, properly filed or not.

Grant of Login Credential - Once BEE Officials get satisfied with the provided document and application, they provide BEE Login Credentials by email. On approval of Brand / Company Registration, BEE will activate the link for model registration.

DOCUMENT REQUIRED FOR COMPANY/BRAND REGISTRATION

The applicant must ensure that the documents he or she submits are in the specified order. Every document submitted to BEE (whether in hard copy or online) must include the authorized signatory's signature and stamp in the original.

Documents that are not properly filed, are loose or clipped, or are just stapled will be rejected. Non-compliance with the application would be treated as a deviation from the process.

The following documents are required for brand registration:

1. A cover letter in the prescribed format
2. Registration Fee and Payment Receipt for the Company
3. Print out the Online Company Registration Form (properly signed and stamped with company seal with all filled in details)
4. Agreement between BEE & User of Label on Rs.100 Non-Judicial Stamp Paper
5. Certificate of Trademarks (In the Name of the User of Label)
6. SSI certificate (If Small Scale Industry and applying for the first time)
7. Quality Management System Certificate (ISO 9001)
8. Authorized Signatory Letter
9. BIS License

Note:Before sending documents to BEE, all documents must be uploaded to the web portal with the correct validity date.

STEP 3: MODEL REGISTRATION

For model registration, the following steps are followed:

1. Documentation:The below-mentioned documents are gathered in the first step. Gather all relevant data and documents and upload them on the BEE portal.
2. Test report: Product testing is carried out for model registration, and it is divided into two types: performance testing and safety testing. The test reports are needed to submit for model registration.
3. BEE Sample Label preparation: A single test is performed, based on which BEE Sample level is prepared. It assists the consumer in determining the product's energy-saving and cost-saving potential.
4. Model Registration (Online/Offline Submission): Applicant must apply BEE both online and offline as per the model. Make an online payment to BEE for the model registration fee. Submit a hard copy of the application, along with all enclosures duly signed by the Authorized Signatory and a BEE Label Specimen, if applicable. If BEE requests clarification or additional information, provide the same.
5. Scrutiny of Application: BEE officials will examine the application, test report and documents. If the document presented are not in order, not properly filed, are loose or clipped, or are just stapled will be rejected.
6. Grant of Approval: BEE officials approve if they are satisfied with the application, documentation, and sample test report. When BEE is satisfied, it approves the application and gives authority to attach the label.

DOCUMENT REQUIRED FOR MODEL REGISTRATION

1. Covering Letter (Format closed)
2. Model Registration fee for each model
3. Print out the Online Application form (properly signed and stamped with company seal)
4. Print out the Mandatory Form and its Annexure form (For mandatory products only)
5. Test Report (properly signed and stamped with company seal) Test
6. 6. Sample Label (Printed Waterproof Adhesive or Metallic as applicable) of each model must be stapled along with the online application form of that particular model.

Conclusion

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