IPPA representatives attended the NEECA (The National Energy Efficiency & Conservation Authority) consultation Workshop on National Certificates Scheme for Energy Auditors/Managers in Pakistan. The chief guest, Mr. Nadeem Babar who is the Special Assistant to Prime Minister, attended the event and gave his remarks on the role of efficiency in restoring national competitiveness. In addition, various specialists from power, cement and steel sector also gave presentations on their efforts to improve efficiency in their respective fields. Meanwhile, NEECA representatives highlighted the salient features of the NEECA Act 2016 and explained how NEECA will play its role in standardizing Energy Auditing in the Country.

The event was jointly hosted by NEECA and PITCO in an effort to integrate stakeholder comments into policy formation.