Energy Management Systems (EnMS)
An EnMS creates a framework for industrial facilities, commercial facilities, or entire organizations to integrate energy efficiency into existing management systems for continuous energy performance improvement. An EnMS helps organizations of any size establish the structure and discipline to implement and document technical and management strategies that significantly cut energy costs and greenhouses gas emissions — and sustain those savings over time. The U.S. Department of Energy’s 50001 Ready program recognizes organizations and their sites for implementing an EnMS aligned with ISO 50001 standards. It offers a cost-effective method for fostering a culture of ongoing energy efficiency without the need for audits or certifications.
50001 Ready
ISO 50001 is an international energy management standard based on the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) model of continuous improvement. ISO 50001 provides organizations with a formal framework for efficiently managing and improving their energy performance. Benefits of implementing ISO 50001 include:
- Reduced energy costs
- Continual improvement energy performance
- Enhanced corporate image
- Lowered GHG emissions
- Alignment of energy management with other business systems
The U.S. Department of Energy’s 50001 Ready program recognizes facilities and organizations that attest to the implementation of an ISO 50001-based energy management system. The program is a self-paced, no-cost way for organizations to build a culture of structured energy improvement that leads to deeper and sustained savings that does not require any external audits or certifications. 50001 Ready partners with utilities and other organizations that support and facilitate the implementation of 50001 Ready energy management systems.
By attaining 50001 Ready recognition, you can advance towards greater and consistent energy savings, aligning with your objectives for energy, carbon, or cost reduction. Following recognition, many organizations decide to pursue further improvements and audits before aiming for ISO 50001 certification.
50001 Ready Cohort Program
Over the course of our 50001 Ready Cohort, you will receive training from PennTAP’s staff which include Certified Energy Managers (CEMs) usingDepartment of Energy (DOE)-developed resources to support your organization as you pursue your energy management path.
The cohort program includes:
- Up to 12 months of support from ISO 50001 experts delivered via monthly cohort group training webinars
- Monthly virtual one-on-one coaching sessions with each participating site
- On-demand guidance on the use of 50001 Ready tools and resources, including the 50001 Ready Navigator
- Opportunities for peer-to-peer learning
Participant requirements:
- One manufacturing facility located in Pennsylvania (Multiple sites may be included in the same cohort)
- Two dedicated team members per site – preferably 1 from leadership and 1 from staff
- About 20% time commitment per participant (2-4 days/mo, about 200 total hours)
- Cost per company is $15,000 – grants are available to offset the investment cost!
Participation will be approved after a formal review process.
The next 50001 Ready Cohort is expected to launch in 2025.
If your company is interested in participating and would like to be notified on the official launch dates, fill out this entry form, or contact your regional PennTAP advisor to enter the program.
