On 14th August 2023, Energy efficiency and Conservation awareness session was held for SOEs and government officials from Fuvahmulah. This session focused on Energy efficiency and Conservation measures in office buildings and the importance of Hakathari Program for energy efficient office buildings.

On 13th August 2023, A second Energy efficiency and Conservation awareness session was held for parents. This session focused on Energy efficiency and Conservation measures at residential homes. Parents from a total of three schools of Fuvahmulah participated in this session.

At Fuvahmulah City, three awareness sessions were held to disseminate information regarding Hakathari program and Energy Efficiency and Conservation.
On 13th August 2023, Energy efficiency and Conservation awareness session was held for school students. This session focused on Energy efficiency and Conservation measures in daily life. 3rd and 4th grade students from a total of three schools of Fuvahmulah participated in this session.

On 18th July 2023, Energy efficiency and Conservation awareness session was held for SOEs and government officials. This session focused on Energy efficiency and Conservation measures in office buildings and the importance of Hakathari Program for energy efficient office buildings.

A series of awareness sessions was started to disseminate information for government officials and general public, regarding Hakathari program and Energy Efficiency and Conservation. The objective of these sessions is to promote the efficient use of energy in Maldives, to promote use of Hakathari appliances and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and progress towards achieving Maldives net zero targets
On 17th July 2023, Energy efficiency and Conservation awareness session was held for government ministries. This session focused on Energy efficiency and Conservation measures in office buildings and the importance of Hakathari Program for energy efficient office buildings.

Ahmed Raoof, Assistant Statistical Officer of Energy Department, Ministry of Environment Climate Change and Technology, along with Mariyam Shahuna Ali Shameem, Senior Officer, Business Department of Maldives Islamic Bank participated in Hendhunu Hendhuna program, PSM to share information regarding the Hakathari program as well the recently launches MIB Finance Scheme.

Hakathari labels issued for 4 models of air conditioners imported by Ranfaun Private Limited under the Energy Efficiency Labelling Program. This is the first SME company to receive the permit to label electrical appliances.

Under the Ujaalaa Dhiriulhun Financing Scheme Maldives Islamic Bank has started offering 10% discount for Hakathari Labelled appliances. This is the lowest rating given by such a scheme.
The financing scheme is designed as a list-based financing scheme which will allow for the purchase of 3, 4 and 5 star rated appliances from the list of items labelled under the Hakathari Program (Energy efficiency standards and labelling program of the Maldives).

In order to build the national capacity and to support the enforcement of the recently launched Hakathari program, the LCEI project organized a 3-day study tour for Officials of Ministry and Utility regulatory authority in association with the International Institute of Energy Conservation in Bangkok, Thailand. The study tour was conducted from 18-20 July 2022.
The study tour included sharing of knowledge and experience of the agencies of Thailand in the implementation of their S&L program, along with training regarding testing of electrical appliances for the attainment of energy efficiency labels. Visits was conducted to Electrical and Electronics Institute, Electricity Generating Authority of and the Department of alternative Energy development and Efficiency.

Agreement signed with Maldives Islamic Bank (MIB) to provide financing for energy efficient appliances. Under the agreement, MIB will implement a financing scheme to encourage the use of Hakathari appliances. The financing scheme is designed as a list-based financing scheme which will allow for the purchase of 3, 4 and 5 star rated appliances from the list of items labelled under the Hakathari Program. The LCEI project has allocated MVR 12,288,000 for the implementation of the financing scheme. MIB will use the money as a guarantee to run the scheme. The bank will provide financing from its own funds to those interested in purchasing Hakathari appliances. Under the scheme, the bank will finance up to MVR 15,360,000 for the purchase of Hakathari labelled appliances.

State Trading Organization (STO) has initiated sales of Hakathari labelled appliances. This is the first company to start selling Hakathari labelled appliances in the Maldives. Honourable Aminath Shauna, the Minister of Environment, Climate Change and Technology inaugurated the ceremony held at STO People’s Choice to commemorate this milestone. Speaking in the event, the Minister stated that the “Hakathari” labelling program will enable us to reduce expenditures on energy. Additionally, this program will aid in achieving the climate targets of the Maldives.

Air Conditioners of 6 different models imported by State Trading Organization (STO) was approved that meet the requirements of the Hakathari program and permission was issued to the company to affix the Hakathari label. This is the first company to receive the permit to label electrical appliances under this program.

The Ministry has made its first amendment to the Hakathari Program Document after receiving feedback from importers. This is to ensure that its more inclusive for all importers of electrical appliances. Previously, importers were required to affix the label onto registered models prior to importation. However, with the new amendment, importers can now affix the label after the models have been imported into the country. Our goal is to ensure that this change encourages more importers to register under the Hakathari Program.

Training on Energy Efficiency Standards and Labelling Program for Relevant line Ministries and Agencies was conducted on 8th December 2021 at Villa College. The training programme serves as capacity building exercise for officers of regulatory bodies on the scope & applicability, implementation framework covering their roles and responsibilities, M&V of the energy efficiency labelling program. A total of 19 participants attended the training.
The training covers the following aspects:
- Understanding the basics and importance of Standards & Labelling (S&L).
- Familiarizing with the Maldives’ Standards and Labelling Program.
- Understanding the Implementation Framework of the S&L Program.
- Understanding the Monitoring, Verification & Enforcement of the S&L Program.
- Understanding the roles and responsibilities and support required for successful implementation of the S&L Program.

Training on Energy Efficiency Labelling Program for Salespersons was conducted on 7th December 2021 at Villa College. The training programme serves as capacity building exercise for officers of regulatory bodies on the scope & applicability, implementation framework covering their roles and responsibilities, M&V of the energy efficiency labelling program. A total of 9 salesperson attended the training.
The training covers the following aspects:
- Understanding the basics and importance of Standards & Labelling (S&L).
- Familiarizing with the Maldives’ Standards and Labelling Program.
- Understanding the Implementation Framework of the S&L Program.
- Understanding the Monitoring, Verification & Enforcement of the S&L Program.
- Understanding the roles and responsibilities and support required for successful implementation of the S&L Program

Training on Energy Efficiency Standards and Labelling Program for Importers and Retailers was conducted on 6th December 2021 at Villa College. The training programme serves as capacity building exercise for officers of regulatory bodies on the scope & applicability, implementation framework covering their roles and responsibilities, M&V of the energy efficiency labelling program. A total of 11 importers and retailers attended the training.
The training covers the following aspects:
- Understanding the basics and importance of Standards & Labelling (S&L).
- Familiarizing with the Maldives’ Standards and Labelling Program.
- Understanding the Implementation Framework of the S&L Program.
- Understanding the Monitoring, Verification & Enforcement of the S&L Program.
- Understanding the roles and responsibilities and support required for successful implementation of the S&L Program.

Training on Energy Efficiency Standards and Labelling Program for Maldives Customs Service was conducted from 6th – 7th December 2021 at Villa College. The training programme serves as capacity building exercise for officers of regulatory bodies on the scope & applicability, implementation framework covering their roles and responsibilities, M&V of the energy efficiency labelling program. A total of 44 participants attended the training.

Training on Energy Efficiency Standards and Labelling Program for Training of Trainers was conducted on 5th December 2021 at Villa College. The training programme serves as capacity building exercise for officers of regulatory bodies on the scope & applicability, implementation framework covering their roles and responsibilities, M&V of the energy efficiency labelling program. A total of 32 participants attended the training.
The training covers the following aspects:
- Understanding the basics and importance of Standards & Labelling (S&L).
- Familiarizing with the Maldives’ Standards and Labelling Program.
- Understanding the Implementation Framework of the S&L Program.
- Understanding the Monitoring, Verification & Enforcement of the S&L Program.
- Understanding the roles and responsibilities and support required for successful implementation of the S&L Program.

Mr. Mohamed Inaz, Project Manager of LCEI project and Ahmed Raoof, Assistant Statistical Officer, Energy Department participated in Raajje Miadhu program, PSM to share information regarding the Hakathari program.

The Hakathari Program was inaugurated by Honorable Aminath Shauna, the Minister of Environment, Climate Change and Technology. The minister stated in her speech that the “Hakathari” labelling program will enable us to save energy and reduce expenditures on energy. Additionally, this program will aid in achieving the climate targets of the Maldives.

Gazette link: https://www.gazette.gov.mv/iulaan/view/163676
Program details: https://www.environment.gov.mv/v2/en/hakathari-program