Now that you have an understanding of what 50001 energy management system is and the value of 50001 for your organization, you’ll want to decide on what the best next step will be for your organization. Don’t worry, we are here to help you get there. The following are some ways that organizations, implementers and utility programs, and education can engage with DOE to maximize your 50001 energy management system benefits.
Partner
Utilities, Program Implementers, and Energy Service Providers. To learn more and join our growing partner network visit the 50001 Ready Partner page.
Education
Two higher education course modules are available for introducing the concepts of energy management systems. In addition to offering students the basic knowledge of energy management system implementation, a DOE course completion certificate is provided to help differentiate students in the job market. Multiple universities have integrated these modules to help prepare the next generation of energy managers.
Certifications
Three energy management systems-related credentials are available - 50001 Certified Practitioner in Energy Management Systems (EnMS implementer), SEP Performance Verifier (3rd party energy performance improvement validation), and ISO 50001 Lead Auditor (3rd party verification of meeting requirements of the standard)
Training
50001 Ready’s free cohort technical assistance is open to US-based industrial, commercial, and government sites that are not engaged in another publicly-provided energy management program (e.g. utility SEM program).
Introduction to Energy Management Systems: U.S. Department of Energy’s no-cost college-level course modules covering the 50001 Ready energy management framework and the ISO 50001 international standard. Designed for integration with existing energy courses, these modules prepare future energy management professionals and offer DOE certificates upon completion. Find out more at http://navigator.lbl.gov/training.