AN INVESTIGATION OF ENERGY MANAGEMENT PRACTICES IN SELECTED PAPER MANUFACTURING UNITS IN MP
Abstract
Energy management is the judicious and effective use of energy to maximize profits and minimize costs to enhance competitive positions. Energy Management is also defined as proactive, organized and systematic coordination of procurement, conversion, distribution and use of energy to meet the requirements, taking into account environmental and economic objectives. Paper industry occupies a prestigious position among the various manufacturing enterprises globally, in review of its significant contribution to the society. The growth of the industry has been constrained due to the high cost of production caused by increase in energy cost. The management of energy is often neglected in many paper production units even though there is a considerable potential to save energy and also to reduce cost. Through legislations, wastages can be only regulated, but through energy management, a company can ensure sustainability in energy usages. Therefore this research work investigates energy management practices in paper industries of MP, in view of associated workers and energy managers. The study is descriptive and analytical. The research problem and questionnaires are formulated and framed accordingly. To analyse the data, various statistical tools such as percentage analysis, Likert’s scale, Chi-Square test and Acceptance Index are used. Findings concluded that the energy management practices are as per the legal provisions, but they are not transparent. The need for energy management is evident from the acceptance index framed by the research. Keyword: Energy Management Practices, Energy Conservation Act, Energy Managers, Paper Industry, Chi-square test, Acceptance Index.
How to Cite
Digvijay Singh, Prof. Alok Agrawal. (1). AN INVESTIGATION OF ENERGY MANAGEMENT PRACTICES IN SELECTED PAPER MANUFACTURING UNITS IN MP. International Journal Of Innovation In Engineering Research & Management UGC APPROVED NO. 48708, EFI 5.89, WORLD SCINTIFIC IF 6.33, 8(6), 79-85. Retrieved from http://journal.ijierm.co.in/index.php/ijierm/article/view/444
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