This website gives information about what an energy management system (EnMS) is. It describes the benefits, strengths, pitfalls and barriers to success. It also gives instructions on how to implement an energy management system.
This first section describes the initial steps to be taken in deciding that an energy management system has benefits for the organisation.Then some initial steps are described and assistance provided in taking those steps.
This is to show management and other decision makers in the organisation the benefits and barriers associated with EnMS implementation
How to implement
Typical benefits to the organisation
There are many benefits to be gained from effective implementation of an energy management system. In most cases the biggest benefit and the biggest driver to implement a more systematic approach to energy management is the reduction in operating costs.
It is important to realise what we mean by an effective energy management system. It is easy to develop a set of documents to show that a system exists. It is another level entirely to have that system be an integral part of the day to day operations of the company. That is when the real benefits accrue.
The main benefits are:
Reduced:
Operating costs
Environmental impact
Exposure to volatile energy prices
Exposure to carbon taxes as they are put in place
Improved:
Corporate social responsibility and image
Control of operations leading to improved reliability and productivity
Knowledge of energy efficiency
Interdepartmental cooperation
Common barrries:
The development and implementation of an effective EnMS is a significant change management project. There are always barriers to these changes. Common barriers encountered include:
Difficulty in building real commitment and support among the decision makers.
Lack of realisation among senior management of the current energy performance of the organisation.
Difficulty in building cooperation across the relevant departments in the organisation
Lack of technical knowledge of how to reduce the energy consumption of energy using equipment and systems.
Lack of knowledge of how to measure the energy efficiency of the company and of its significant energy using processes.
As you work to develop your EnMS and improve your energy performance you will be guided to identify and address the specific barriers that exist in your organization.
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This website gives information about what an energy management system (EnMS) is. It describes the benefits, strengths, pitfalls and barriers to success. It also gives instructions on how to implement an energy management system.
This first section describes the initial steps to be taken in deciding that an energy management system has benefits for the organisation.Then some initial steps are described and assistance provided in taking those steps.
This is to show management and other decision makers in the organisation the benefits and barriers associated with EnMS implementation
How to implement
Typical benefits to the organisation
There are many benefits to be gained from effective implementation of an energy management system. In most cases the biggest benefit and the biggest driver to implement a more systematic approach to energy management is the reduction in operating costs.
It is important to realise what we mean by an effective energy management system. It is easy to develop a set of documents to show that a system exists. It is another level entirely to have that system be an integral part of the day to day operations of the company. That is when the real benefits accrue.
The main benefits are:
Common barrries:
The development and implementation of an effective EnMS is a significant change management project. There are always barriers to these changes. Common barriers encountered include:
As you work to develop your EnMS and improve your energy performance you will be guided to identify and address the specific barriers that exist in your organization.