Energy Conservation Bill Hits Snag

Energy Conservation Bill hits snag

Parliament has stood over debate on the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Bill, 2024, stopping the proposed law from progressing to its second reading. According to the report of the Committee on Environment and Natural Resources, the object of the Bill is to establish a legal, institutional, and regulatory framework to enhance energy efficiency and conservation in Uganda. The report was presented by committee chairperson, Hon. Herbert Ariko, d…

Parliament Defers Debate on Energy Efficiency Bill

Parliament has deferred debate on the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Bill, 2024, halting its progression to the second reading pending further consultations. The Bill seeks to establish a legal, institutional, and regulatory framework to enhance energy efficiency and conservation in Uganda. Presenting the Committee on Environment and Natural Resources report on Wednesday, 17 September 2025, committee chairperson Hon. Herbert Ariko said the l…