Energy Management Systems for Internal Auditors

This training course is suitable for a wide range of professionals in energy management but will greatly benefit:

• Operational or Facility/Building Managers
• Maintenance Managers
• Building or Process Operators
• Energy Engineering Consultants and Project Engineers

Day 1: Key Concepts of Energy Management Systems (EnMS)

• Climate change policies and frameworks
• Energy efficiency benefits and barriers
• Overview of energy management concepts
• ISO 50001 model and key concepts
• Importance of management commitment
• Legal and other regulatory requirements
• Scopes and boundaries in energy management
• Developing an energy policy
• Roles and responsibilities within the energy management team
• Resources, competence, and awareness
• Effective communication and documentation strategies

Day 2: Energy Review I

• Planning and gathering data for energy reviews
• Analyzing energy trends and performance
• Identifying significant energy uses
• Quantifying relevant variables
• Linear and multiple regression techniques for energy analysis
• Energy performance indicators (EPIs) and establishing baselines

Day 3: Energy Review II

• Optimizing energy systems
• Identifying opportunities for energy efficiency improvements
• Reviewing control systems and critical operating parameters
• Understanding the role of technology in energy optimization
• Setting objectives, energy targets, and action plans
• Developing an actionable energy plan

Day 4: Implementation, Operation, Evaluation, and Improvement

• Operational control in energy management
• Integrating energy-efficient design and procurement strategies
• Performance checking and handling deviations
• Conducting internal audits and management reviews
• Addressing non-conformities and corrective actions
• Measurement and verification of energy performance

Day 5: Energy Performance, Financial Analysis, and Building the Business Case

• Assessing energy performance and setting energy metrics
• Financial analysis of energy projects and investments
• Developing a compelling business case for energy performance improvements