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New Delhi, Jan 6 () The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) on Monday said all room air conditioners should have a default temperature of 24 degrees Celsius.
<p> This means that when the room air conditioner is switched on, it will start at 24 degree Celsius.
</p><p> The central government in consultation with BEE had notified new energy performance standards for room air conditioners (RACs) on October 30, 2019, according to a statement by the power ministry.
</p><p> According to the notification, all brands and types of star-labelled RACs, which are rated from one star to five stars based on their energy efficiencies and manufactured, commercially purchased or sold in India, shall ensure default setting of temperature in the room air conditioners at 24 degrees Celsius, with effect from January 1, 2020.
</p><p> The new norms provide that the Indian Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (ISEER) as per the new standards will range from 3.30 to 5 for split and 2.70 to 3.50 for window air conditioners.
</p><p> However, these performance standards, except default temperature of 24 degrees Celsius, will be applicable from January 1, 2021, onwards.
</p><p> The BEE launched a voluntary star-labelling programme for fixed-speed RACs in 2006 and this programme became mandatory on January 12, 2009.
</p><p> Thereafter, in 2015, a voluntary star-labelling programme for inverter RACs was also started, which was further made mandatory with effect from January 1, 2018.
</p><p> The BEE star-labelling programme for RACs now covers both fixed and inverter RAC up to a cooling capacity of 10,465 watts (2.97 tonne of refrigeration).
</p><p> Continual enhancement in performance levels has resulted in substantial energy-efficiency improvement of about 43 per cent in the minimum energy performance standards for split units, which are the most-popular RACs sold in the market.
</p><p> The ISEER is the energy performance index used for RACs and its assessment is based on the bin hours defined in ISO 16358.
</p><p> The star-labelling programme for RACs has led to saving of an estimated 4.6 billion units of energy in 2017-18 and a cumulative energy saving of 46 billion units translating to a reduction of 38 million tonnes of carbon emission.
</p> The BEE is a statutory body under the Ministry of Power, Government of India. It develops policies and strategies with the objective of reducing the energy intensity of the Indian economy.  KKS  KKS HRS

Room air conditioners to now have default temperature of 24 degree Celsius: BEE

New Delhi, Nov 22 () The new energy labelling norms, which will be effective from January next year, are expected to make manufacturing of five-star refrigerators costlier by up to Rs 6,000, industry body CEAMA said.
<p>The labelling guidelines will mandate the manufacturers to shift to vacuum panels from the traditional foams for cooling for the five-star range of refrigerators, which will be a challenge for the industry, the Consumer Electronics and Appliances Manufacturers Association (CEAMA) said.
</p><p>The Star Rating label change for compressor-based products like room air conditioners (RAC) and refrigerators by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) would be effective from January 2020 and both frost free and direct cooling are changing to one star.
</p><p>Now with this change, it will be difficult for the industry to roll out five star label refrigerators as the table change of the energy efficiency norms is happening in January.
</p><p>"The same product which is now available at some price would go up by at least  Rs 5,000 to Rs 6,000 because we have to put a vacuum panel to get a 5 star refrigerator," said CEAMA President Kamal Nandi.</p><p>
</p><p>He further said "nobody would pay that amount and I also do not have that scale to put that investment on my plant as that requires a different line for that".   
</p><p>On the performance of the appliance and consumer electronics industry, Nandi said it is back on growth path.   </p><p>
</p><p>In FY 2018-19, the segment grew by around 12 to 13 per cent, largely led by categories as AC and washing machines, said Nandi.
</p><p>In the TV segment, Nandi said, online channel saw growth. Some new small brands did "extremely well" last fiscal, he added.
</p><p>In FY 2017-18, the industry saw almost flat growth and even there was degrowth in some of the segments.
</p><p>In the first half of this year, AC segment saw a good growth.
</p><p>"We are growing by 15 per cent in H1 (April-September) and this is again largely led by airconditioners, which is growing in excess of 35 per cent overall," he said adding that sales of AC is on rise.
</p><p>The association is also requesting the government to reduce the GST on AC and bring it to lower slab of 18 per cent, which would help the segment to grow as the penetration level is below 5 per cent.
</p>Over the government's mandate on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), which mandates the makers to get their waste collected, Nandi said it would impact profit margin and instead there should be a better system to get it collected from customers.  KRH  MKJ

New energy label norms: Five-star refrigerators to cost Rs 6,000 more, says CEAMA

<p><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image"><a href="https://amzn.to/2VZeh4X" target="_blank" rel="noopener"></a></div></div></div></p><ul class="summary-list"><li>Fishing from a stand-up paddle board can be a wobbly, if not disastrous affair, but <a href="https://amzn.to/2VZeh4X" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bōte's Rackham AeroBōte stand-up paddle board ($1,699)</a> is stable as can be.</li><li>It's also inflatable, so transporting it in your car is a cinch, as is checking it onto a flight</li><li>I tested one out on the grass flats and channels of the Florida Keys while fly fishing, free diving, and lazing, and it's my new favorite fishing SUP (stand-up paddle board).</li></ul><p>Fishing from a stand-up paddle board (or "SUP") can be highly productive: You're stealthier, you don't draw nearly as much water as you would in a skiff (or even most kayaks), which means you're able to work your way into skinnier water, and you're kept high and dry, as opposed to wading.</p><p>But then, it can also be something of a challenge: Wind and swell are often keeping your balance in check, anchoring (or sitting still) is a chore that either requires a lot of paddling or an actual anchor and something to fix it to, and then there's all your gear, which, at any moment, could end up in the drink.</p><p>I've always been cautious when heading out fishing on a SUP. I only bring one fishing rod, a small box of flies, a knife that I keep strapped to me, and maybe I'll bring a water bottle, but only if there's mesh or bungee netting to hold it in place. Otherwise, Keeping tabs on both a water bottle and a fly rod (or balancing them) while trying to paddle gets beyond cumbersome.</p><p>There <em>are</em> DIY/jury-rigging solutions to all of this. A pair of bungee cords linked together can make a strap or two, but you have to wrap them around the underside of the board, which creates drag and costs you speed. It's also not the sturdiest thing in the world. You could drill holes into your board, too, but that takes a degree of expertise (and a time commitment) that many of us don't have. It can also get messy, and ugly.</p><p>So, there I am, down in the Florida Keys, enduring my normal struggles with outfitting a regular SUP for fishing, when a couple showed up in the rental property next door and inflated their <a href="https://amzn.to/2VZeh4X" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bōte Rackham</a> inflatable paddleboard. "What's that?" I asked, cunningly (I knew full well what it was).</p><p>They explained, excitedly, and invited me to try it out. I politely declined, but when they brought out a pitcher of margaritas well before what most of us would deem happy hour (no judgments), I figured I was safe to steal the thing for a while.</p><p>I took it for a quick paddle to see how it handled, and how comfortable I was with bringing two fly rods, snorkeling gear, and a camera out with me, and my apprehensions were quickly assuaged. I found that I could confidently stand right on the rails (edges), rock back and forth, perch on the nose, strap all my gear down securely, and, if a bit of swell or boat wake challenged me, there was the grab rail, ever-ready and shockingly sturdy, considering that it's only resting in two ports on the deck of an inflatable paddleboard.</p><p>I loaded the board with everything I needed (and more) quickly, and surprisingly tidily. (Editor's note: Owen is not, by nature, tidy.)</p><p>Off I went, over the bounding main, as it were.</p><h2>Specs</h2><p><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image"><a href="https://amzn.to/2VZeh4X" target="_blank" rel="noopener"></a></div></div></div></p><p>First of all, at a lengthy 12 feet, 4 inches, this SUP really is bordering on a boat, and nearly as stable as one (much more so than a kayak or canoe). The only way I fell off was by trying to navigate around the lean post, which was a stupid thing to do, frankly. But trial by fire, right?</p><p>Accessorizing the <a href="https://amzn.to/2VZeh4X" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rackham</a> ends only with your imagination. There are D-rings, bungees, and Velcro galore. Conveniently placed handles make portages (and dragging it up the beach) a breeze, while an airplane-ready storage bag cinches the whole thing down so you can take it just about anywhere.</p><p>The non-slip deck is a no-brainer, but I must add that it feels notably pleasant under bare feet, and the optional lean post makes for a surprisingly comfortable full day on the water. The <a href="https://amzn.to/2VZeh4X" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rackham</a> is also cooler- or bucket-ready, so you can take a seat, too. I opted to leave mine on the beach for no good reason at all, other than that I thought I'd want the open deck space. In the end, there was plenty, and it would have not only been nice to have a seat but a place to stash and keep a few drinks and snacks chilled.</p><p>The lean post is also a nice addition to have underway. It stores fishing rods, and, again, helps you take a little load off while you're paddling or poling along.</p><p>The <a href="https://amzn.to/2VZeh4X" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rackham</a> comes with an adjustable three-piece paddle, which is lightweight and quickly stores in a paddle sheath near the bow for getting your hands free quickly, which I loved when spotting a fish. I don't know how many times I've bent down or turned around to drop my paddle only to spook the fish I was stalking with the loud clank of it hitting the rails of a kayak or the deck of a SUP. This feature should not go overlooked.</p><p>Nor should the push pole, which boaters in shallow water use to push along in lieu of a paddle. The brand calls it a "Sandspear" (though keep in mind that it's not included). I'd never thought that a push pole would make all that much sense with a paddleboard, but cruising the sand and grass flats made it pretty clear that I could cover twice as much water with far more stealth than with a paddle. You can also add on a little sheath for the push pole </p><p>So much of the above rings up a cringe-worthy price tag, I know. But keep in mind that boats are far more expensive, and if you want a functional, portable, and comfortable fishing SUP, it's going to cost you one way or another, especially if you're not building it yourself. The advantage here is that it's still the fraction of a flats boat, and you can kit it out as you go along, when and where your budget allows. Stripped down, it's still a fun and fishable board, and you'll enjoy the little improvements you make along the way all that much more.</p><h2>On the water</h2><p><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image"><a href="https://amzn.to/2VZeh4X" target="_blank" rel="noopener"></a></div></div></div></p><p>Getting off of the beach, my first appreciation of the way the <a href="https://amzn.to/2VZeh4X" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rackham AeroBōte</a> is outfitted is the fact that it accommodates both a <a href="http://moosejaw.evyy.net/c/196318/185854/1676?subId1=biip_051519_bote-sup-review&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.moosejaw.com%2Fproduct%2Fbote-sand-spear-8ft-pole_10373395" target="_blank" rel="noopener">push pole</a> (pictured above, sold separately) like any good flats skiff would, <em>and</em> a <a href="http://moosejaw.evyy.net/c/196318/185854/1676?subId1=biip_051519_bote-sup-review&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.moosejaw.com%2Fproduct%2Fbote-axe-cm-pro-three-piece-paddle_10376620" target="_blank" rel="noopener">paddle</a> (included). Often when we're in shallow water, it's much easier and quicker to get where we're going by poling along, rather than paddling. It's also the tool you use to stop the board when you want to hold your position, and there are several points on the board so that you can position yourself based on the wind, tide, and/or fish you're eying.</p><p><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image"><a href="https://amzn.to/2VZeh4X" target="_blank" rel="noopener"></a></div></div></div></p><p>The <a href="https://amzn.to/2VZeh4X" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rackham AeroBōte</a> is also highly customizable. There are plenty of velcro tabs and D-rings around the boat to secure most anything that needs securing. The brand also sells a matching bucket cooler that works well as a seat, or you could fit in your own little hard cooler or bucket just the same.</p><p><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image"><a href="https://amzn.to/2VZeh4X" target="_blank" rel="noopener"></a></div></div></div></p><p>The deck pad is made with a grippy, multi-textured foam which the brand calls BVA, which felt very similar to EVA (ethylene-vinyl acetate) foam. At any rate, I never slipped once, even when I got a bit of water onboard.</p><p>And yes, I'm comfortably seated here; with a cushion, or better yet with your life jacket on (as it always out to be), the lean post also makes for a great backrest when it comes time to take a load off and give your arm a break from casting. Still, a bucket or cooler might've been nicer. Then again, it was nice having my legs and feet stretched out.</p><p><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image"><a href="https://amzn.to/2VZeh4X" target="_blank" rel="noopener"></a></div></div></div></p><p>Later on in the day, I started spotting lobsters in the grass. Poling along in search of bonefish, whenever I spotted a pair of antennas, I could jab the pole into the sand and slide my mask on with a couple of quick motions, slip into the water, and approach my prey. And, thanks to the silence of the board and a pole to hold me in place instead of a clanging metal anchor, the poor little buggers were none the wiser.</p><p>Sight-fishing for bonefish quickly turned into something of an aqueous easter egg hunt, and before long, I had dinner for myself <em>and </em>the family. By this point, I was really starting to like the <a href="https://amzn.to/2VZeh4X" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rackham</a>, for many obvious reasons. And then some pesky little voice began to pounder into one of my ears: "<em>Would those drunken (if kind) souls who lent it to me ever notice if it went missing?"</em></p><p><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image"><a href="https://amzn.to/2VZeh4X" target="_blank" rel="noopener"></a></div></div></div></p><p>No, no, I brought it back after all.</p><h2>The bottom line</h2><p><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image"><a href="https://amzn.to/2VZeh4X" target="_blank" rel="noopener"></a></div></div></div></p><p>Sure, a full-sized skiff can accommodate more than one person, and the <a href="https://amzn.to/2VZeh4X" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rackham AeroBōte</a> isn't cheap, but if you like to fish, and you live anywhere near a good, calm fishing hole, fresh or salt, there's nothing better for your skinny (or backwater) adventuring. And, if you want to step it up a bit further, Bōte also offers the <a href="https://www.westmarine.com/buy/bote--rover-aero-classic-inflatable-stand-up-paddleboard-skiff--19254788" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rover Aero Classic</a>, a stouter, micro-skiff-stand-up-paddle-board hybrid that's outboard-engine-ready.</p><p>If I ever end up with my beach- or marsh-front dream house, the <a href="https://amzn.to/2VZeh4X" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rackham</a>, if not the <a href="https://www.westmarine.com/buy/bote--rover-aero-classic-inflatable-stand-up-paddleboard-skiff--19254788" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rover Aero Classic</a> will be my very first purchase. And, if I manage to scrape up some extra dough beforehand, it might just save me a small fortune on charter and rental boat fees every time I fly somewhere to fish.</p><p><strong>Pros: </strong>Stable, maneuverable, and the most customizable, comfortable fishing SUP I've ever tried; comes in camo for hunting</p><p><strong>Cons: </strong>Expensive; paddle, push pole, lean post, and all other accessories sold separately; not fit for surfing</p><h2><a href="https://amzn.to/2VZeh4X" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bōte Rackham AeroBōte Inflatable Stand-Up Paddle Board, available on Amazon for $1,699</a></h2><h4><a href="http://moosejaw.evyy.net/c/196318/185854/1676?subId1=biip_051519_bote-sup-review&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.moosejaw.com%2Fproduct%2Fbote-sand-spear-8ft-pole_10373395" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Buy the Bõte Sand Spear 8-foot Pole from Moosejaw for $119.95</a></h4><h4><a href="http://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&amp;merchant_id=e295c418-295a-447c-b265-734e25f82503&amp;website_id=9597bdee-ce2a-4552-aa13-419b5f275c06&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F120542%2Fbote-tackle-rac-paddleboard-attachment&amp;ctc=biip_051519_bote-sup-review" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Buy the Bōte Tackle Rac Paddleboard attachment from REI for $200</a></h4><h4><a href="http://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&amp;merchant_id=e295c418-295a-447c-b265-734e25f82503&amp;website_id=9597bdee-ce2a-4552-aa13-419b5f275c06&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fb%2Fbote&amp;ctc=biip_051519_bote-sup-review" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Shop all Bōte stand-up paddle boards and accessories at REI</a>, <a href="http://moosejaw.evyy.net/c/196318/185854/1676?subId1=biip_051519_bote-sup-review&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.moosejaw.com%2Fsearch%2Fbote%2Fpaddle-boarding" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Moosejaw</a>, or <a href="https://www.amazon.com/stores/page/E442C40F-33A8-4F3D-808F-710FCD881117?ingress=2&amp;visitId=db33a9ef-a63f-42a7-a345-1ba4300dfef2&amp;ref_=bl_dp_s_web_18078785011" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Amazon</a></h4><p class="tagline"><p><a href="http://e.businessinsider.com/join/ci/insider-picks">Subscribe to our newsletter.</a><br><br>Find all the best offers at our <a href="https://coupons.businessinsider.com/">Coupons page</a>.<br><br>Disclosure: This post is brought to you by the <a href="http://www.businessinsider.com/insiderpicks">Insider Picks</a> team. 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