The objective of the S&L program is to help consumers make an informed choice about various energy-consuming appliances, in terms of energy savings, that would result based on each appliance’s energy efficiency performance. This scheme also helps the consumer determine the cost-saving potential of the marketed household and other equipment. The broad objective of the scheme is: The S&L program aims to help consumers make an informed choice about various energy-consuming appliances, in terms of energy savings, that would result based on each appliance’s energy efficiency performance. This scheme also helps the consumer determine the cost-saving potential of the marketed household and other equipment. The broad objective of the scheme is:

• To reduce the end-use energy consumption of appliances without diminishing the service levels.
• To create awareness amongst the consumers, to make an informed decision considering the cost-effectiveness & energy performance while purchasing appliances.
• To monitor and verify energy savings that incur annually through the sale of energy-efficient appliance