Energy management systems — Requirements
With regard to the constantly increasing demands of interested parties (company, customer and organisation) for an energy management system and effective implementation in organisations, the following standard has been processed for energy management systems.
ISO 50001:2011 - Energy Management Systems - Requirements with guidance for use
The standard specifies the requirements for the energy management system in such a manner as to enable organisations to create policies and goals which take into consideration the legislative requirements and information relating to significant aspects of energy. The standard is designated for all types and sizes of organisations, without regard to their geographical, cultural or social conditions, meaning that it can be applied in fields ranging from heavy industry to catering or state administration.
The standard is divided into chapters, the structure of which is analogous to that in standard EN ISO 14001. For organisations which have introduced a system of environmental management this represents a considerable simplification upon implementing standard ISO 50001. The standard may however be introduced independently within the organisation with other management systems, and may also be used for the purpose of certification by a third party.
Benefits of Certification according to ISO 50001:2011
- Assistance to organisations in creating management systems and processes essential for increasing energy efficiency;
- Reduction of costs and emissions of greenhouse gases by means of a systematic approach to energy management;
- Promotion of awareness of own responsibility;
- Profile / Image;
- Competitive advantages.