The PEACE scheme (Promotion of Energy Audit and Conservation of Energy) is an initiative by the MSME Department, Government of Tamil Nadu, aimed at improving energy efficiency in Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises. The Awareness Programme component educates MSMEs on the critical importance of energy audits and energy conservation to enhance financial performance and competitiveness.
Scheme Key Highlights (Short Summary)
• Organized by GM, DICs/RJD, Chennai in coordination with industry associations
• One-day awareness programme focused on energy conservation benefits
• Cost per programme: up to ₹1,00,000
• Implemented across all districts
Benefits
• One-day awareness training tailored to MSMEs’ needs
• Sessions conducted by experts from PCRA, SIDBI, NPC, BEE, TERI, and BEE-accredited Energy Auditors
• District-wide coverage with sector/cluster-specific focus
• Programme design and content standardized by Industries Commissionerate
Eligibility
• MSME executives, employees, and workers
• Cluster members and association representatives
• Ideal batch size: 40–50 participants (flexible in backward districts)
Application Process
Online
Step 1: Registration
• Visit the MSME Portal Tamil Nadu
• Click “Login / Registration”
• Fill in mandatory fields (Name, DoB, Aadhaar, Email, Mobile) and create a secure password
• Enter captcha and click “Register”
Step 2: Login
• Use registered credentials to log in
Step 3: Form Filling
• Go to “Schemes” → select PEACE
• Click “Apply Online” → “New Application”
• Fill in all fields, agree to terms, and click “Proceed”
• Note the reference number
Step 4: Upload Documents
• Click “Upload Documents” → Enter Application ID
• Upload mandatory documents in PDF format under 200 KB
• Click “View” to verify uploads
Step 5: Final Submission
• Tick all checkboxes and click “Submit Application”
• Confirmation will be sent via SMS
(Optional)
• Track application status through portal dashboard
Documents Required
• Udyog Aadhaar / Udyam Certificate
• Registration documents (Partnership Act/LLP/Companies Act)
• EB Meter Card / Online Load Statement
• Proof of alternate energy use (if applicable)
• Engagement letter of Energy Auditor / Acceptance letter
• Proof of auditor’s affiliation with a firm/company
• BEE accreditation certificate of Energy Auditor
• Self-certified statement of expenditure with bills/receipts
• Detailed Energy Audit Report (PDF, ≤200 KB)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Who can attend the awareness programme under PEACE?
MSME executives, employees, cluster members, and stakeholders.
Q: What is the purpose of the Awareness Programme?
To build understanding on the importance of energy audits and how energy conservation enhances enterprise profitability.
Q: Who organizes the programme?
GM, DICs/RJD, Chennai in collaboration with associations and stakeholders.
Q: What is the cost per programme?
Up to ₹1,00,000 allocated per awareness programme.
Q: Who are the resource persons?
Experts from PCRA, SIDBI, NPC, BEE, TERI, and certified Energy Auditors.
Q: What is the ideal batch size?
40–50 participants; smaller batches allowed in backward districts.
Q: What documents are needed to apply?
Business registration, Udyam, energy usage proof, Energy Auditor details, and the Energy Audit Report.
Q: What is the accepted file format and size for document uploads?
PDF format, file size under 200 KB.
Q: Can applicants track their application?
Yes, via the official MSME portal dashboard.
Q: What are the four components of PEACE?
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Awareness Programme
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Training Programme
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Detailed Energy Audit
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Implementation of Audit Recommendations