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AP Set to Emerge as National Model in Energy Efficiency Vijayawada:Andhra Pradesh has adopted one of the country's most comprehensive energy-efficiency partnerships spanning industries, MSMEs, DISCOMs, housing, urban and rural development, Anganwadis, tourism and public infrastructure. This is positioning itself to be a “national benchmark in sustainable development and climate action.” Addressing a programme organised by Energy Efficiency Services Ltd, S. Bala Subramanyam, EO secretary to government, said the state's saturation-based implementation strategy has the potential to generate savings worth hundreds of crores annually while significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions. During the programme, Subramanyam unveiled a report on Mission LiFE, while EESL officials highlighted 75 actionable lifestyle changes aimed at promoting a greener and more sustainable future. He said the AP government's extensive collaboration with EESL could emerge as a landmark model for implementing energy-efficiency projects and Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment), thereby contributing to India's climate commitments. Subramanyam called upon the youth to play a leading role in transforming…

Andhra Pradesh introduces induction cooking at 11,000 Anganwadi centres Andhra Pradesh introduces induction cooking at 11,000 Anganwadi centres Under the NECP, Andhra Pradesh introduced energy-efficient induction stoves in 11,400 Anganwadi Centres, with plans to cover all 55,607 centres. This shift from LPG enhances energy savings and cuts carbon emissions. The initiative has gained national praise as a model for clean cooking and sustainability efforts across India. Under the national efficient cooking programme (NECP), Andhra Pradesh has introduced energy-efficient induction stoves and compatible utensils in 11,400 Anganwadi Centres (AWCs). Plans are underway to extend this initiative to all 55,607 AWCs across the state. According to state officials, induction cooking is 30% more energy-efficient than traditional LPG methods, resulting in significant energy savings. By reducing reliance on LPG, this shift will also decrease carbon emissions. To expedite the implementation of the NECP and finalise the action plan for supplying induction stoves and utensils to Anganwadis, A Surya Kumari, principal secretary of the Andhra Pradesh women and child welfare department, along with direc…

Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu visits anganwadi centre, launches induction stove initiative The government is providing induction stoves and cooking vessels to all 44,346 anganwadi centres across the State at an estimated cost of ₹32 crore

Naidu Visits Anganwadi Centre in Chilakaluripet - Deccan Chronicle Chilakaluripet:Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu visited an Anganwadi centre in Linganguntla village of Chilakaluripet constituency in Palnadu district on Saturday. The Chief Minister, who arrived in the village to participate in the Swachh Andhra–Swarna Andhra and Annadata Sukhibhava programmes, first inspected the Anganwadi centre. As part of the state’s Net Zero initiative, the government is distributing induction stoves and utensils to 44,346 Anganwadi centres at a cost of ₹32 crore. During the visit, he handed over an induction stove and steel utensils to the centre. He also inquired about the stock and supply of essential items at the facility. Earlier, the Anganwadi teacher and helper welcomed the Chief Minister. He interacted with them and gathered details about the nutrition provided to children, basic education services, and support extended to pregnant women and lactating mothers. In a warm gesture, the Chief Minister joined the children and had ragi porridge prepared at the centre. He sat with them, shared the meal, and spent some time interacting with the children. As part of prom…

Naidu Orders Induction Stoves for all Anganwadi Centres V ijayawada: With no clear signs of the war in West Asia abating, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has cleared usage of electricity-powered energy-efficient induction stoves for all Anganwadi Centres (AWCs) in the state on a saturation basis. Advertisement The CM's decision will address the current LPG gas supply crisis stemming from the conflict between the US-Israel combine and Iran. The Women Development and Child Welfare (WD&CW) department will oversee deployment of the induction stoves under the union government's National Efficient Cooking Programme (NECP). with support from Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL). NCEP is part of a broader push towards sustainable, energy-efficient cooking solutions. According to officials, Phase I of the programme had been completed with EESL supplying 11,400 energy-efficient induction stoves and cooking utensils to AWCs across the state. With the LPG crisis emerging, the AP Chief Minister has now ordered procurement of induction stoves and utensils for the remaining 44,346 anganwadi centres. Officials pointed out that the shift to 1200-watt induction cooktops is e…

EESL lauds Andhra Pradesh for adopting clean cooking solutions The partnership with Women Development & Child Welfare Department has empowered over 55,000 anganwadi centres with induction-based cooking devices even before the West Asia conflict began affecting fuel supply chains, says EESL CEO

Anganwadis get eco-friendly cooktops - The New Indian Express VIJAYAWADA: Marking World Environment Day, the Women Development and Child Welfare Department of Andhra Pradesh launched a massive tree-planting drive in Vijayawada, aiming to plant one crore saplings statewide. The initiative, targeted at Anganwadi teachers, also introduced eco-friendly cooking measures to promote sustainability. Minister for Women, Child, and Tribal Welfare Gummidi Sandhyarani inaugurated the event alongside Vijayawada MP Kesineni Shivanath, MLA Gadde Rammohan, EESL CEO Vishal Kapoor, and Principal Secretary Suryakumari. Sandhyarani emphasized the state’s commitment to a plastic-free future under Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu’s leadership. As part of the first phase, 11,400 eco-friendly induction stoves will be distributed to Anganwadi centres, improving safety and reducing pollution. She promised better pay, gratuity benefits, and lower administrative burdens for Anganwadi workers and announced infrastructure upgrades, including Rs 1 lakh for owned centres and RO plants and toilets for rented ones. Mini centres will be upgraded, and women will be offered free bus travel from August 15. MP S…

Naidu Orders Induction Stoves for all Anganwadi Centres Vijayawada:With no clear signs of the war in West Asia abating, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has cleared usage of electricity-powered energy-efficient induction stoves for all Anganwadi Centres (AWCs) in the state on a saturation basis. The CM’s decision will address the current LPG gas supply crisis stemming from the conflict between the US-Israel combine and Iran. The Women Development and Child Welfare (WD&CW) department will oversee deployment of the induction stoves under the union government’s National Efficient Cooking Programme (NECP). with support from Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL). NCEP is part of a broader push towards sustainable, energy-efficient cooking solutions. According to officials, Phase I of the programme had been completed with EESL supplying 11,400 energy-efficient induction stoves and cooking utensils to AWCs across the state. With the LPG crisis emerging, the AP Chief Minister has now ordered procurement of induction stoves and utensils for the remaining 44,346 anganwadi centres. Officials pointed out that the shift to 1200-watt induction cooktops is expected to…