Validation Workshop Held on Consumer Behaviour Study on Household Energy Efficiency

The Ministry of Climate Change, Environment and Energy, in collaboration with the Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) and Nexia Maldives, held a validation workshop on the findings of the Consumer Behaviour Study on Household Energy Efficiency on 27 October 2026 at Manhattan Business Hotel.

The workshop provided an opportunity for stakeholders to review the study’s findings, provide feedback, and discuss the proposed recommendations to support the promotion of energy efficient household electrical appliances in the Maldives.

The study examines consumer awareness, attitudes, preferences, and purchasing behaviour in relation to household energy efficiency. It assesses public understanding of the Hakathari energy efficiency label and its five star rating system, alongside awareness of the environmental impacts of appliances, including Ozone Depleting Potential (ODP) and Global Warming Potential (GWP).

The research also explores factors influencing consumer purchasing decisions, household energy consumption patterns, awareness of available financial schemes for purchasing energy efficient appliances, and barriers to adopting energy efficient practices.

Building on the 2017 baseline study, the research provides an opportunity to assess changes in consumer knowledge, attitudes, and practices over time. The findings will help identify existing gaps in consumer awareness and provide a better understanding of the factors influencing the adoption of energy efficient appliances.

The study forms part of ongoing efforts under the Hakathari Programme, which seeks to empower consumers to make informed purchasing decisions by providing clear and accessible information on the energy efficiency of household electrical appliances through a five-star labelling system.

Feedback gathered during the validation workshop will contribute to refining the final report and strengthening its recommendations. The findings are intended to support future policy development, improve public awareness, and inform programme implementation ahead of the mandatory introduction of the Hakathari labelling system.