Reports

Appliance Standards and Labelling Project

Please find below a list of published reports relating to the Appliance Standards and Labelling Project. Click on the title of a report to view and/or download a PDF version.

Theme	Report Title	Report Description	Appliance	Year
SOUTH AFRICA: ENERGY EFFICIENCY DEMAND SIDE MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE (2004–2022)	USAID DMRE Report 1 - DSM 2004-2022 Experience- June 2023 Final	This report traces the sequence of events and analyses the reasons that led to the discontinuation of the EEDSM programme, shedding light on the challenges that arose from the decisions that led to its suspension. It begins by describing the national EE policy framework, followed by an evaluation of the past and present status of South Africa’s EEDSM policy and implementation, as well as a broad overview of EE programmes implemented to date.	Demand Side Management	2023
	USAID DMRE Report 2 - DSM Framework - July 2023-Final
Cooling Plan	South African National Cooling Plan	The NCP looks at actions needed to reinforce the government commitment to EE for cooling and provides recommendations on programme development that will foster EE and environmentally compliant cooling throughout all sectors and applications.	Cooling Appliances	2023
Studies (MEPS)	South Africa Cost Benefit Analysis for Electric Motors	Cost Benefit Analysis to introduce Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) for Electric Motors in South Africa.	Electric Motors	2021
Alignment of Standards	South African Tap and Flow Rate Gap Analysis	This report provides recommendations on how flow rates should be evaluated to determine appropriate flow rate requirements. Target water-saving flow rates are recommended for future implementation to improve water and energy efficiency. Such modifications will aid South Africa’s programs to improve the sustainability of water supply and heating resources.	Taps and showerheads	2022
Research Report	Residential Electricity Consumption in South Africa	On a global basis, the residential sector consumes one fifth of the world’s energy (International Energy Agency 2018: 2) and has a large untapped potential to benefit from the multiple positive economic and social impacts of energy efficiency.	All	2021
Compliance	Self-Declaration as a Suitable Mechanism for the Mandatory Registration of Electro-Technical Products with the NRCS	This report examines the feasibility of different mechanisms and conformity assessments for facilitating mandatory regulations namely: the Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity (SDoC) and the Third (3rd) Party approach.	All	2021
Studies (Policy)	Feasibility Study to Determine the Viability of an Integrated Appliance Recycling System	Feasibility study focussed on developing an integrated appliance recycling system for large household appliances (LHA) in Gauteng which can subsequently be rolled out to the other provinces	All	2020
Studies (Policy)	Review of SANS 151 Electric Water Heaters	A review of the regulation of water heaters and potential for further innovation	Water Heaters	2020
Communication	SANEDI Introduction Letter - Standards and Labelling Project	A cover letter, providing a brief background and introduction to the Appliance Standards and Labelling Programme	All	2020
Studies (Communication & Awareness)	Review of Energy Label	Market Research to inform changes to the Mandatory Energy Efficiency Label for Residential Appliances	All	2020
Studies (Impact assessment)	Impact Assessment of S&L Programme	Energy savings achieved from S&L inception to 2019 and scenario recommendations to increase future savings	All	2019
Alignment of standards	Industry Stakeholder Workshops: New Electrical Appliances	Review of South Africa's Appliance Energy Classes and identification of the next set of electrical equipment for inclusion in the National Standards and Labelling Project	All	2019
Research Report	Market Assessment of Residential and Small Commercial Air Conditioners in South Africa	This report provides insight into how industry has adapted to the existing MEPS, and will form the basis for how they can be refined to be more impactful.	Air Conditioner	2019
Compliance	Review of Existing MEPS for Appliances Regulated Under the S&L Programme	Economic study to inform strengthening of MEPS	All	2019
Studies (MEPS)	Economic Study to Determine Economic and Social Benefits of MEPS for General Lighting	Cost benefit analysis	Lighting	2019
Research report	Market Research for Efficient Lighting Information Label Design in South Africa	Explores the effectiveness of communication strategies aimed at educating the South African public on the value offered by efficient lighting technologies.	Lighting	2019
Compliance	A Study on the Impact of VC9006 and the Lack of Compliance	The study investigates the impact of VC9006 on the hot water storage industry and determines the reasons for lack of compliance.	Water Heater	2019
Studies (Policy)	Assessment & Evaluation of Market-Based Energy Efficiency Policies and Incentive Programmes in South Africa	This report analyses the numerous advantages that come with Energy Efficiency, and mechanisms that the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) and the South African Government at large should consider policies to encourage sustainable energy use.	All	2018
Studies (Communication & Awareness)	Adoption of QR Code on Energy Label	Insight into the viability of adding a QR code to the energy label and joining the digital era.	All	2018
Studies (MEPS)	Economic Study to Determine Economic and Social Benefits of Strengthening MEPS For Electric Water Heaters	Geysers account for 40-50% of total electricity consumption in households. This study analyses the projected cost to consumers and manufacturers, associated with developing the much needed MEPS for geysers.	Water Heater	2014
Studies (MEPS)	Energy Performance and Labelling Requirements for Specific Electrical Appliances and Equipment	Techno Economic Study to determine the MEPS levels for the appliances selected for South Africa’s mandatory S&L Program	All	2012