ENERGY MANAGEMENT

It is important to integrate the Energy Management in the organizational structure, so that the Energy Management can be implemented. Responsibilities and the interaction of the decision makers should be regularized. The delegation of functions and competencies extend from the top management to the executive worker. Furthermore, a comprehensive coordination can ensure the fulfillment of the tasks.

It is advisable to establish a separate organizational unit “Energy Management” in large or energy-intensive companies. This unit supports the senior management and keeps track. It depends on the basic form of the organizational structure, where this unit is connected. In case of a functional organization the unit is located directly between the first (CEO) and the second hierarchical level (corporate functions such as production, procurement, marketing). In a divisional organization, there should be a central and several sector-specific Energy Management units. So the diverse needs of the individual sectors and the coordination between the branches and the head office can be fulfilled. In a matrix organization the Energy Management can be included as a matrix function and thus approach most functions directly.

FACLITIES MANAGEMENT

Facility management is an important part of energy management, because a huge proportion (average 25 per cent) of complete operating costs are energy costs. According to the International Facility Management Association (IFMA), facility management is "a profession that encompasses multiple disciplines to ensure functionality of the built environment by integrating people, place, processes and technology."

The central task of energy management is to reduce costs for the provision of energy in buildings and facilities without compromising work processes. Especially the availability and service life of the equipment and the ease of use should remain the same.

TRAINING

The most basic training will provide your staff with an insight into energy consumption and the impact this has on cost in the workplace. It will help them create a customised, actionable checklist of behavior changes and smart technology decisions that they can take away and implement.

Basic Awareness training will helps your organisation develop a company-wide commitment to energy efficiency so you can reduce your energy costs and dramatically reduce your carbon footprint. And the certification gives you the stamp of approval needed to tangible demonstrate your commitment to energy efficiency.

Key features:

• Immersive: this highly interactive tool helps get your staff thinking about their role in energy use
• Focus on personal engagement: the user's journey begins at home before moving on to the workplace. This helps develop a personal commitment to energy efficiency
• Relevant: users can visit the workplace that is appropriate for them (office, factory or warehouse), or a bespoke workplace can be created to fit your organisation
• Practical: as they progress, users put together an action plan that can be proactively implemented in their own workplace. Your nominated administrator will be able to access and download this data as users complete the tool