Object of the Bill
The object of this bill is to establish a legal, institutional, and regulatory framework to enhance energy efficiency and conservation in Uganda. Energy efficiency entails the use of technology that requires less energy to perform the same function. Currently, energy efficiency initiatives are voluntary and lack regulation, making Uganda susceptible to becoming a dumping ground for outdated technologies, resulting in significant energy waste. The absence of a clear regulatory framework hampers the adoption of energy-efficient technologies and practices across various sectors. Widespread use of outdated and inefficient equipment coupled with inadequate financing mechanisms restricts access to necessary funds for upgrading equipment at the industrial, commercial, and household levels. The unregulated use of energy-consuming technologies exacerbates the problem, driven by gaps in the existing legal frameworks that facilitate illegal energy usage. Poor operation and maintenance practices increase energy waste, while non-compliance with established procedures and guidelines perpetuates inefficiency. Weak enforcement mechanisms and inadequate standardisation also hinder progress, as does the lack of necessary testing equipment. The lack of rntegratron of energy management in organisational struch-rres further contributes to this issue. The Bill seeks to address these challenges by providing a comprehensive legal framework to promote energy efficiency and conservation, ensuring the adoption of efficient technologies and practices and improving overall energy management in Uganda.
Bill Document
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CFI of the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Bill, 2024.pdf
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NAR3-25-Report on the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Bill,2024.pdf
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The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Bill, 2024.
Sponsored By Hon. Ruth Ssentamu Nankabirwa (Minister of Energy and Mineral Development)
Committee: The Committee on Natural Resources
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First Reading/Committee
Bill is still at First Reading, the first reading being the first stage of a Bill passage through the Floor of Parliament and is usually a formality, it takes place without debate, and the first reading of a Bill can occur anytime in a parliamentary session.
Second Reading
The Bill has now progressed to the Second Reading, a stage that offers the first opportunity for MPs to engage in a democratic debate on the main principles of the Bill. This stage, which usually takes up to 45 days after the first reading, allows for thorough discussion and ensures that all voices are heard. Once the second reading is complete, the Bill moves to the committee stage, where each clause and any amendments to the Bill may be debated, further highlighting the democratic nature of the process.
Third Reading
Parliament has passed the Bill. The third reading is the final chance for the Members of Parliament to debate its contents. Here, the debate is usually short and limited to what is actually in the Bill rather than, as at the second reading, what might have been included.
Presentation/Waiting Assent
The Bill is now awaiting the Presidents assent, a crucial step in its journey. When the Floor of Parliament has passed a Bill, it is presented to the President, who carefully reviews it, considering its implications and ensuring it aligns with the governments policies and the Constitution. The Presidents assent is the final step in the Bills journey, marking its transition from a proposed law to an enacted one, underscoring this decisions importance in the legislative process.
Assented by President
At this crucial point, the Bill has transformed into an Act of Parliament, marking a significant milestone in its journey. However, it requires the Presidents assent before it can be enacted into law. This act of consent, a formal agreement by the State, represents the final step in the Bills process, underscoring the pivotal role of the President in the legislative process and the importance of checks and balances in our democratic system.
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Bill passed on 29/04/2026
At this crucial point, the Bill has transformed into an Act of Parliament, marking a significant milestone in its journey. However, it requires the Presidents assent before it can be enacted into law. This act of consent, a formal agreement by the State, represents the final step in the Bills process, underscoring the pivotal role of the President in the legislative process and the importance of checks and balances in our democratic system.
Bill Withdrawn on 01/01/1970