Energy Management and Continuous Improvement of Energy Efficiency
Energy efficiency requires systematic and long-term effort. The best results are achieved through continuous improvement of energy efficiency and a comprehensive management approach.
Energy management systems enable companies to integrate energy efficiency management into their operating practices and management culture.
Continuous improvement in energy efficiency requires:
- Knowing and monitoring your own energy use.
- Understanding your own energy-saving potential.
- Identifying and implementing technically and economically viable energy efficiency measures.
- Integrating energy efficiency into operating practices, investments and procurement.
- Understanding the different options for energy sourcing.
- Developing and implementing a sound energy sourcing strategy.
A Framework for Continuous Improvement
A systematic approach provides a framework for improving energy efficiency. Experience has shown that companies with a certified energy management system in place achieve the best results in energy efficiency.
Energy efficiency management can be implemented through:
- the national Energy Efficiency Systems EES (ETJ) and EES+ (ETJ+), and
- the international standard ISO 50001.
All systems are based on the principle of continuous improvement, with an emphasis on management commitment, identifying current status and potential savings, setting targets and responsibilities, and integrating energy efficiency into planning and procurement.
