18 July 2025: Explore the event highlights and access presentations now available in the EELA Program Knowledge Hub

Building on the popularity and success of webinars under the Energy Efficient Lighting and Appliances (EELA 1.0) project implemented from 2019.2024, the new EELA Program has lined up interesting and inspiring webinars aimed at promoting the importance and benefits of implementing Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) and Labels programme and to support in building capacities and knowledge sharing among countries.

In particular this webinar will provide training and resources for manufacturers, importers, and regulatory bodies to understand and implement MEPS and labelling requirements effectively. Further it will provide a platform to educate consumers about the importance of energy-efficient products and how to interpret energy labels.

To understand and effectively implement MEPS and labeling requirements, you need to grasp their purpose, how they function, and the implications for manufacturers, consumers, and the environment. MEPS define minimum energy efficiency levels for products, while labels help consumers choose more efficient options, ultimately reducing energy consumption and promoting sustainability.

Target Audience: The webinar targets stakeholders across the EELA value chain including Policy Makers, Regulators, Standards Bodies, Private Sector Stakeholders, Manufacturers, Retailers and Consumers.

The webinar will take place on Zoom with simultaneous interpretation. Please find the registration link below:

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/9NByj55ZQrinB

Agenda - 15 July 2025

10:00 - 10:10 | Welcome Remarks and Objectives of the Session

Ms. Valeria ARROYAVE CARDOZO, EELA Regional Project Manager, UNIDO

Mr. Kudakwashe NDHLUKULA, Executive Director, SACREEE

Presentations:

10:10 – 10:35 | Introduction to the Scale up EELA Program and support for Labelling

Mr. Ndivhuho TSHIKOVHI, Project Associate, UNIDO HQ

10:35 – 10:50 - Q & A Mr. Readlay MAKALIKI, Lead Technical Expert – UNIDO/SACREEE

10:50 – 11:30 | Developing the SADC Regional EE Label and its importance Lessons Learnt from South Africa (NRCS) on MEPS and Labels Program including

Mr. Michael SCHOLAND, M2S2; Mr. Lancerlot RIYANO, NRCS

11:30 – 11:50 | Q & A Mr. Readlay MAKALIKI, Lead Technical Expert – UNIDO/SACREEE

11:50 – 12:00 | Closing Remarks Ms. Valeria ARROYAVE CARDOZO, EELA Regional Project Manager, UNIDO