Industry Ministry to implement energy efficiency regulations for lighting products
Shaikh Hamad bin Salman Al Khalifa, Assistant Undersecretary for Domestic and Foreign Trade at the ministry, emphasised that adopting the regulation aligns with national efforts to reduce energy consumption and supports the Government Plan (2023-2026) for lowering carbon emissions across various sectors. It also aims to enhance energy efficiency in multiple products, raise awareness, reduce waste, and ease pressure on natural resources. He highlighted that the decision will significantly contribute to lowering electricity consumption, improving the quality of lighting products in the local market, and reducing overall costs for consumers.
Shaikh Hamad bin Salman said that the conformity assessment procedures for lighting products will be conducted through the electronic platform for Bahraini energy efficiency cards. He explained that compliance procedures and requirements are divided into two parts, those under the responsibility of manufacturers and accredited entities, and those under the responsibility of importers.
Manufacturers are required to apply for the electronic platform for Bahraini energy efficiency cards, obtain a product registration certificate, and issue an energy efficiency card for the product after submitting all necessary documentation proving compliance with technical standards. Accredited entities will then review and approve these documents before issuing the certificate and energy efficiency card through the electronic platform.
Shaikh Hamad bin Salman underscored that before importing any product, importers must ensure it meets all regulatory requirements by verifying the existence of a valid product registration certificate and affixing the energy efficiency card to the product at the source.
Starting March 15, customs authorities in Bahrain will not release imported lighting products unless they comply with the regulation's requirements, as stipulated in the decision. These requirements were previously communicated through the World Trade Organisation platform, and economic operators were granted a full year to ensure compliance.
Shaikh Hamad bin Salman urged all economic operators to adhere to the regulation as its mandatory implementation begins. He underscored the ministry's commitment to adopting technical regulations that enhance energy efficiency and ensure effective energy consumption management.
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