The scheme endeavors to promote energy efficiency in MSMEs by providing financial incentives, expert guidance through audits, and encouraging the adoption of sustainable energy practices.

Yes, enterprises with subsequent energy audits must meet the same eligibility criteria as those undergoing an energy audit for the first time.

The maximum subsidy is 75% of the audit cost, with a cap of ₹1,00,000 per energy audit.

Yes, enterprises with multiple units can avail the subsidy separately for each unit, but the overall ceiling should not be applied for both the original and subsequent energy audits.

Yes, there should be a minimum gap of three years between the completion of the previous energy audit and the subsequent energy audit.

If an MSME avails a loan, the subsidy is released to the bank to adjust in the loan account, provided the loan is in currency.

Documents such as the Detailed Energy Audit Report, Udyog Aadhaar Memorandum, and others should be submitted in PDF format with a file size less than 200 kb.

The link, https://www.msmeonline.tn.gov.in/incentives/know_your_eligibility.php, helps MSMEs assess their eligibility criteria before applying for the subsidy.

MSMEs can track the status of their application at https://www.msmeonline.tn.gov.in/incentives/app_track.php?id=Track%20Your%20Status.

The application link is https://www.msmeonline.tn.gov.in/incentives/dea_sub.php?id=New%20Application.

The subsidy covers professional charges for conducting an Energy Audit, and eligible MSMEs must file their claim online within one year from the completion of the Energy Audit.

All existing manufacturing MSMEs in the state are eligible for the subsidy, particularly those undergoing energy audit for the first time or taking up subsequent audits after a gap of three years.

MSMEs can avail 75% of the audit cost, up to ₹1,00,000, with the subsidy released after completion and certification of the Energy Audit Report.

The report includes specific recommendations, quantitative and qualitative details, outlay, projections of energy/cost savings, payback period, executive summary, period of conduct, and conclusions.

The team consists of Bureau of Energy Efficiency empanelled firms or individuals led by accredited Energy Auditors. Accreditation by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency is mandatory.

The methodology includes a plant survey, discussions with plant personnel, analysis of past performance data, measurements of electrical parameters, energy performance assessment, and detailed techno-economic analysis.

Implementing an effective energy management system helps MSMEs reduce energy costs, cut negative environmental impact, and identifies opportunities for cost savings through improved services.