In response to the global challenge to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increasing energy costs, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) ISO 50001. The first edition of this standard was released in June 2011 and is expected to "affect 60% of the world's energy use".

What is ISO 50001?

ISO 50001, also known as the International Standard for Energy Management Systems (ENMS), is a set of guidelines and requirements aimed at helping organizations of all types, regardless of size, industry, geography and culture, to minimize energy costs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Energy Management System ISO 50001:2011 International Standard

In response to the global challenge to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increasing energy costs, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) ISO 50001. The first edition of this standard was released in June 2011 and is expected to "affect 60% of the world's energy use".

What is ISO 50001?

ISO 50001, also known as the International Standard for Energy Management Systems (ENMS), is a set of guidelines and requirements designed to help organizations of all types minimize energy costs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions targets regardless of size, industry, geography and culture emission.

How do I implement IS0 50001 in my organization?

Broad support for the ISO 50001 conceptual framework gives each organization the flexibility to tailor the most appropriate energy management system, in line with the requirements of this standard. Like other ISO standards, ISO 50001 adopts a Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) approach that lays out an organization's energy management system. This approach is essential for a constant cycle of improving your organization's energy-saving performance.

Any organization can demonstrate compliance with ISO 50001 through self-assessment and self-declaration, or through external organization certification.

What are the requirements of ISO 50001?

For the specific requirements of ENMS, please refer to the standards 4.2 to 4.7, as follows:

4.2 Management Responsibilities

4.3 Energy Policy

4.4 Energy Planning

4.5 Implementation and Operation

4.6 Inspection

4.7 Management Review

Each of these sections is briefly described below:

management responsibility

As with any other program, the support and commitment of top management to its duly authorized management representative(s) is critical to the successful implementation of an ENMS.

  Energy policy

Energy policy is the overall intent and direction of an organization and energy-saving performance, formally expressed by top management.

energy planning

This is a requirement that energy planning be consistent with all legal requirements of the ENMS related to energy policy development and compliance. At the initial stage, the organization's energy performance is reviewed. Organizations should establish Energy Conservation Performance Indicators (ENPIs), energy baselines, identified goals and targets, and a layout action plan on how to achieve the organization's energy goals.

Implementation and Operation

ISO 50001 requirements are based on the education, training, skills, experience and needs of the organization(s) to be implemented by an ENMS led by a competent person. ENMS must properly communicate internal and external; incorporated into operating procedures, design and procurement specifications.

  an examination

The organization is required to monitor and review the performance of the ENMS at planned intervals. Review and monitoring, including not only technical regulations and other requirements, but also legal compliance. It is at this stage that corrective and preventive actions are taken. Documentation is required for future reference and senior management reporting.

management review

Status, performance, and related ENMS recommendations must be forwarded to senior management for review. Based on this information, management may take action, such as changing energy policies, EnPIs, targets, indicators, or resource allocations.

How can Energenz help?

With its expertise in energy efficiency services, Energenz is well-positioned to help your organization comply with ISO 50001 requirements. Once you have your energy policy and planning in place, then we can help you examine your energy system and establish energy baselines, energy performance metrics, make recommendations for establishing realistic goals, and recommend action plans to improve your organization's Energy saving performance. We can also conduct continuous monitoring of the energy system to assess the performance of new measures being implemented.