Lao DSM/EE Program

The key tasks and objectives are:

1. Revise the DSM/EE Phase 1 Program Plan developed in 2004 to reflect the achievements in Phase 1A and incorporating a plan for a four year timeframe (2008 – 2012);
2. Prepare a professional development plan for each member of the DSM Cell for the next four years including guidelines for performance appraisal against established goals; and further strengthen the capacity of the staff through focussed training.
3. Provide focussed training and prepare career development plans for the Energy Coordinators and provide assistance in the implementation of EE measures in the initial 50 audited government buildings;
4. Expand the composition of the DSM Steering Committee to include other Ministries through the dissemination of information and case studies on the benefits of EE;
5. Through the implementation of an Air Conditioner Maintenance Program facilitate the adoption of ESCO operations to support other EE implementation;
6. Conduct on investment grade energy audits in selected Hospitals and medical centers; and determine implementation options including performance contracting;
7. Expansion of the Energy Consumption Database to include all public sector accounts and provide training to EdL and Provincial staff in data entry and analysis;
8. Establish program design concepts for low cost DSM/EE initiatives in the residential sectors including efficient lighting with possible inclusion of Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) as an option for increased financial viability;
9. Develop a conceptual work plan for the introduction of a Appliance Energy Standards and Labelling program focussing on residential appliances.