What is the ISO 50001 Standard?
The ISO 50001 is a globally recognized standard developed in response to an increasing global awareness on energy performance. It offers a systematic approach to reduce energy costs, greenhouse gas emissions, and other related environmental impacts. ISO 50001 focuses specifically on factors that drive energy efficiency and have an impact on the environment. It also focuses on the cost benefits of using utilities more efficiently.
Effective energy management will not only help safeguard our future for generations to come but can be the key to increase profitability and sustainability for every organization. It is meant for organizations seeking to take control of their energy use. If your organization is already ISO 14001 compliant, the basic framework for ISO 50001 is already in place.
Benefits of EnMS
- Improve visibility of energy usage, which will reduce energy-related operational costs by increasing energy efficiency and supporting energy conservation.
- Demonstrate a commitment to sustainability by reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
- Improve use of existing energy assets.
- Refine energy procurement practices.
- Assist in the evaluation, prioritization, and implementation of new energy-efficient technologies.
- Provide a framework for promoting energy efficiency throughout the supply chain.
- Allow for more streamlined integration with other management systems such as quality, environmental, and occupational health and safety.
- Provide customers, suppliers, employees, and other stakeholders with evidence of the organization's commitment to improving energy performance, as well as compliance with applicable legislation and regulations.
- Communicate your commitment to better energy performance internally to the community, customers, and stakeholders.