As we move closer to reaching the Net Zero goal by 2050 more organisations are implementing systems that are environmentally and climate change aware. One of the international standards that has the potential to create a massive positive impact on our journey towards Net Zero is the ISO 50001:2018 Energy Management System.
Understanding ISO 50001:2018 Energy Management Systems
ISO 50001:2018 is the international standard for an Energy Management System (EnMS) which primarily focuses on streamlining an organisation’s energy usage and conservation. This in turn also ensures less environmental impact as many countries in the world are still using Coal as a main energy source.
The EnMS builds on the foundation of energy-conscious organisations who understand why energy conservation is vital including the environmental impact of energy consumption, the associated costs, and the organisation’s responsibility in mitigating its carbon footprint.
Benefits of an Energy Management System
Benefits organisations can expect when implementing an EnMS includes:
- Creating energy policies that outline the objectives and targets of the organisation.
- Establishing the organisation’s energy baselines, significant uses, and potential areas of improvement.
- Establishing key performance metrics to streamline monitoring and measuring energy performance long-term.
- Adhering to local, regional, and international laws and regulations.
- Identifying risks and opportunities for improvements when it comes to energy consumption.
- Reducing energy usage and costs relating to energy performance in the purchase of products, services, and procurement.
- Advantage in the marketplace.
- Improves environmental footprint.
The biggest focus of an EnMS is to establish energy management consciousness across the organisation to ensure all staff members are doing their part and contributing to the continuous improvement of an EnMS. Employees take these behaviours and habits with them, and a ripple effect may happen if they also implement similar habits at home.
Energy Management System Training for your staff
At WWISE we offer three levels of training for ISO 50001:2018 on our eLearning platform which enables all learners to log on and fulfil their training whenever and wherever they are. Investing in eLearning courses also cut down on expensive in-person facilitators, transport, and venue hire.
ISO 50001:2018 Energy Management System Awareness
If you have new or existing staff that need a refresher or have no idea what an EnMS is, our ISO 50001:2018 Energy Management System Awareness training is perfect. Awareness training ensures your staff members understand the standard, principles, clauses, and the part they play in ensuring the EnMS continues to streamline processes in the organisation.
ISO 50001:2018 Energy Management System Internal Auditing
Our ISO 50001:2018 Energy Management System Internal Auditing training ensures that you will always have staff on hand who will be able to do all risk assessments and internal audits to ensure your EnMS is aligned to all requirements within the standard.
ISO 50001:2018 Energy Management System Lead Implementer
The ISO 50001:2018 Energy Management System Lead Implementer training provides your delegates with all the tools and skills to establish, implement and maintain an Energy Management System. As lead implementers, your delegates will be able to provide your organisation with in-depth assessments to ensure that your EnMS is maintained long-term, and stays aligned to all relevant ISO 50001:2018 updates.
How our WWISE solutions align with your needs
At WWISE we understand that implementing ISO 50001:2018 is a commitment to the best practices toward increasing energy efficiency and decreasing energy usage. We understand that it is your goal as an organisation to do your part in working towards a sustainable and greener future for all.
As you embrace your responsibility and implement systems, we will be by your side with all the tools and expertise to ensure you are supported every step of the way.
Get in touch with our ISO 50001:2018 Energy Management System experts on 086 109 9473 or email us at admin@wwise.co.za today.