NAURU: Nauru Economic Infrastructure Strategy and Investment Plan (NEISIP)

The Nauru Economic Infrastructure Strategy and Investment Plan (NEISIP) was issued in 2011. It represents a country led and prioritized investment plan for economic infrastructure for the next 5-10 years. This Plan, along with the National Sustainable Development Strategy and its 2009 update, aims to achieve growth by building on economic infrastructure and advancing structural reforms. The NEISIP identifies and prioritizes infrastructure investments, and sets out recommendations for addressing the country’s infrastructure requirements for growth and economic development. Besides economic infrastructure, this plan also includes the infrastructure requirements of the social and health sectors.

NAURU: Nauru Energy Efficiency Action Plan 2008 – 2015 (Draft)

The Energy Efficiency Action Plan (EEAP) has been developed in 2008 through a consultative process involving stakeholders from the public sector, private sector and civil society groups. It provides a guideline for the development and implementation of energy efficiency strategies for the immediate future and mid to long term. The EEAP adheres to the principle of partnerships. It is therefore essential that the involvement of the private sector and civil society groups in its implementation be encouraged. The overarching vision of the EEAP is as in the Nauru National Energy Policy vision statement: “Secure and sustainable energy, enabling the social and economic development of Nauru”.

INDIA: Schemes for Promoting Energy Efficiency in India during the XI Plan

This document provides for the Schemes for Promoting Energy Efficiency in India during XI Plan. It addresses the following topics: "Bachat Lamp Yojana"; Standards and Labelling; Energy Conservation Building Codes; Agricultural (Ag DSM) Scheme; the BEE’s Program for Enhancing Energy Efficiency in SME Sector; Strengthening Institutional Capacity of SDAs (State Desginated Authorities) Scheme; Contribution to State Energy Conservation Fund (SECF) Scheme; National Energy Conservation Awards, 2010;Painting Competition on Energy Conservation, 2010; National Certification Examination for Energy Managers and Energy Auditors; National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency (NMEEE); International Co-operation Programmes.---Note: Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE)/Rural Demand Side Management (DSM) Technical Assistance (TA) (Asia Development Bank; ADB)

NAURU: Nauru Utilities Corporation Regulations 2012

Nauru Utilities Corporation Regulations 2012 were made by the Cabinet under the Nauru Utilities Corporation Act 2011. The Regulations are divided in three parts: Part 1: Preliminary Matters; Part 2: Advisory Committee; Part 3: Recovery of Fees from Post-Paid Customers.

NAURU: National Assessment Report: Ten Year Review of the Barbados Programme of Action

The Republic of Nauru’s National Assessment Report has been prepared following consultations with stakeholders and two National Workshops on Sustainable Development held in April 2002 and February 2004. After years of high economic growth fuelled by the booming but unsustainable phosphate exports, Nauru faces immediate and potentially long-term development challenges. The most pressing challenge is the restoration of macroeconomic and financial stability to the country. Diversification of the economic base, with specific focus on private sector development to achieve economic growth is a key objective of the Government for the prosperity of Nauru.

INDIA: Ministerial Office Memorandum No. 26/6/2012-PPD of 2012 on Procurement of Energy Efficient Appliances for Government Undertakings

In order to have energy savings in the long term, Ministry of Finance (Procurement policy division) in consultation with Ministry of Power (MoP) and Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) has issued an office memorandum for promoting procurement of energy efficient appliances in all ministries/departments and their attached subordinates offices.

INDIA: Uttar Pradesh State Energy Conservation Fund Rules, 2016

On March 30, 2012 Uttar Pradesh State Government notified the Uttar Pradesh Energy Conservation Fund Rules 2011. This rule described the constitution of the fund, manner of administration and application of the fund, constitution of the monitoring committee, function of the committee, operation of fund, conditions applicable to the fund, audit accounts. In 2016, the Rules were updated.

INDIA: Energy Conservation Act, 2001 (2010 Ed.)

An Act to provide for efficient use of energy and its conservation and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto. In particular, it addresses the following aspects: The Bureau of Energy Efficiency; Transfer of Assets, Liabilities, of Energy Management Centre to Bureau; Powers and Functions of the Bureau; Powers of the Central and State Governments to facilitate and enforce efficient use of energy and its conservation; Finance, Accounts and Audit of Bureau; Penalties and Adjudication; Appellate tribunal for energy conservation; and miscellaneous provisions.

NAURU: Nauru Energy Road Map 2014 – 2020: An Implementation Plan for Energy Sector Development

The Nauru Energy Road Map (NERM) 2014 – 2020 builds upon the energy sector development agenda laid out in the National Sustainable Development Strategy 2005 -2025 (revised 2009) and the National Energy Policy Framework (NEPF) of 2009. The aim of the Road Map is to enable the achievement of Nauru’s overall vision of “A future where individual, community, business and government partnerships contribute to a sustainable quality of life for all Nauruans”. The Energy Road Map lays out strategies and activities in six thematic areas of power, petroleum, renewable energy, demand side energy efficiency, transport and institutional strengthening and capacity building to achieve the above outcomes and targets. As for energy access, the objective is set to achieve 24/7 grid electricity supply with minimal interruptions.

KAZAKHSTAN, KYRGYZSTAN, TAJIKISTAN, UZBEKISTAN: Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Government of the Republic of Uzbekistan on the Use of Water and Energy Resources of the Syrdarya River Basin

The agreement is signed by the Governments of Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, consequently, by the Government of Tajikistan. Fostering strategic partnership between the countries targets exploring untapped potential of cooperation for the sustainable use of energy and water resources in the basin of the Syr Darya River. Parties resolve to intensify efforts towards accelerating economic and social development considering energy and water essential elements for growth and development. The Agreement seeks to establish a comprehensive coordination mechanism for the use of water resources and identifies integrated solutions to manage the energy-water nexus being an important pillar in addressing existing environmental concerns. In addition, the policy provides responses to natural disaster challenges.