ISO 50001 (EnMS) Certification
Energy Management

Q: What is the purpose of ISO 50001:2018?

ISO 50001:2018 is a set of guidelines for businesses to implement, monitor and maintain an Energy Management System (EnMS). These guidelines help businesses to develop policies so that they can use energy more efficiently, assign and meet objectives related to energy usage and use data to better understand their decisions. ISO 50001:2018 is the most recent version of the standard, building on the back of ISO 50001:2011 which has now been withdrawn.

Q: How do I get ISO 50001 certification?

To get ISO 50001 certification, you need to follow these steps: Carry out a gap analysis report. This report examines the processes you already have in place and measures them against the requirements in the ISO 50001 Standard. This highlights any ‘gaps’ which will need to be fulfilled in order for certification to be possible. Create a management system. Using what you’ve learned in the gap analysis report, you can begin to build a management system that meets the requirements of the Standard. If you work with us at QMS, our consultants will write up your documented management system for you, saving you time and effort. Implementation. At this stage you will need to implement the processes laid out in your management system and make any necessary changes to ensure the ISO’s requirements are being met. An independent auditor will now have to visit your organisation to check that the processes of your documented management system are being followed. If they are satisfied, they will recommend you for certification.

Q: What are the benefits of ISO 50001 certification?

The ISO 50001 standard can help you to save energy, reduce costs and meet increasingly strict environmental regulations. Its robust framework for an efficient Energy Management System (EnMS) will help you continually improve your organisation’s energy performance. As well as helping you reduce your energy bills, it will help you prepare for changes in energy prices. Implementing the ISO 50001 will reduce business risks by ensuring your company complies with current legislation. It will also help you adapt to any changes in legislation. At the same time, it will demonstrate to all stakeholders your commitment to reducing your environmental impact.

Q: What is ISO 50001:2011?

ISO 50001 was the first version of the standard and describes how a business can implement and maintain an Energy Management Standard (EnMS). It has been superseded by ISO 50001:2018.

Q: Who is responsible for the ISO 50001 standard?

The International Organisation for Standardisation published the standard following consultation with industry experts from around the world. This means it has global business recognition that can enhance the reputation of your company.

Q: Why is ISO 50001 necessary?

Until recently, the UK had few formal procedures or regulations to encourage better energy management. However, this started to change with initiatives like the Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) . Many large organisations that have implemented ESOS have benefited from a significant reduction in costs, as well as enhancing their environmental credentials, by reducing CO2 emissions. ISO 50001 helps companies build on this success by implementing an effective EnMS.

Q: Do I need certification to use the ISO 50001 standard?

As with other ISO standards, certification is not obligatory. Any organisation can implement the ISO 50001 standard and benefit from improved energy efficiency. However, gaining certification involves an independent assessment by qualified ISO standard auditors. This gives you added credibility when you claim to be ISO 50001 compliant. You can find out more about our ISO 50001 certification process here .

Reduce your energy use, boost business efficiency and cut costs.

The ISO 50001 energy management system will help your business establish industry best practices in energy efficiency. By improving performance and reducing consumption, you will save money, help protect the environment and enhance your brand’s green credentials. This can give you a distinct competitive advantage because the ISO 50001 certificate clearly demonstrates to customers and other stakeholders that your business is committed to reducing its environmental impact.

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WHAT IS ISO 50001 (EnMS)?

The ISO 50001 standard for energy management systems (EnMS) can help your organisation improve its energy efficiency.

As well as saving you money by reducing energy consumption, it will also help you reduce your carbon footprint. This in turn can enhance your brand with customers, employees and other stakeholders.

The ISO 50001 standard can help your business improve its business processes, use resources more efficiently and save money by cutting your energy consumption and carbon emissions. The standard is suitable for all businesses in the private and public sector from sole traders to multinational organisations.

THE BENEFITS OF ISO 50001 (EnMS)

ISO 50001 delivers immediate benefits and long-term savings. By showing where you are wasting energy, it can help you start saving money from day one with improved energy efficiency. Over time, this can enhance your brand reputation and open up new business opportunities as renewable energy technology develops.

Here are the top benefits of using the ISO 50001 (EnMS) framework:

Reduce greenhouse gas emissions: this standard will help you meet energy efficiency targets (voluntary or mandatory) and comply with legislation to reduce your carbon footprint
Increase cost savings: by using the standard’s structured approach to managing your energy consumption you can reduce your energy costs
Improve understanding of equipment: by integrating your energy management system with other management systems you’ll gain additional insights into your energy use
Better decisions: the ISO 50001 framework helps you gather accurate data on energy use, so you can design more efficient systems and processes for your business
Secure energy supplies: by identifying your exposure to energy supply risks, ISO 50001 helps you take steps to reduce them
Increase energy awareness: implementing ISO 50001 will help you communicate your energy efficiency policies more effectively to employees
Get it right first time: the ISO 50001 structured framework will help your employees implement energy saving processes effectively
Enhance your brand: achieving ISO 50001 certification will show your commitment to corporate social responsibility and enhance your image and credibility with customers and other stakeholders
Improve operational efficiencies: the ISO 50001 framework will help you develop efficient maintenance practices that reduce energy consumption

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THE REQUIREMENTS OF ISO 50001 (EnMS)

The ISO 50001 standard uses a structure of ten clauses called Annex SL which, roughly grouped together, cover four key areas:

Energy management – the processes your business must follow to identify, monitor and reduce energy usage. Unlike the other sections, not all areas will be applicable to your business
Management Responsibility – the areas your management team need to focus on, be involved with and be accountable for
Resource Management – how resources such as people, infrastructure and facilities must be assigned to ensure the best possible performance
Measurement, Analysis and Improvement – how you can determine if your Management System is working as expected, facilitating the continual improvement of your system

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How can QMS help your Business?

The QMS process gets your business certified for success:

Expert

Our nationwide team of consultants and auditors has provided certifications to clients ranging from SMEs to blue chip organisations across a broad spectrum of verticals and industries.

Affordable

Our processes add value at every stage, without taking up unwarranted management time. We commit to providing you with the best possible value for money – including a price promise from the outset, along with the ability to stagger payments at no extra cost.

Simple

We remove the red tape and paperwork for you, making the process as smooth and uncomplicated as possible, and ensuring you get the framework that works for you.

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How have businesses benefited from ISO 50001 (EnMS)?

3 Steps to Certification

With the help of QMS, the certification process can take as little as 45 days to complete

Gap Analysis

A QMS Consultant will visit your Organisation to review and document your current processes and procedures, highlighting any areas that do not meet the requirements of the Standard.

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Implementation

Now its time to make sure any required process or procedural changes are made, as highlighted in the Review. QMS can provide templates to assist you in doing this.

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Certification

An Auditor must now visit your Organisation to check that the documented processed are being followed and that the necessary changes have been made. Once they are satisfied, you will be rewarded with your certification.

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Once you have achieved certification the certification cycle will commence. This is made up of surveillance and re-certification audits, one of which must take place each year, around the anniversary of your certification. These visits confirm your continued compliance with the Standard and verify the validity of your certification.

YOUR ALL-IN-ONE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM SOLUTION

QMS Connect delivers all the tools you need to achieve and maintain ISO compliance.

With simple navigation, real-time reporting and the ability to modify and update content on the go, QMS Connect keeps you in control. Accessible online via your computer, tablet or smartphone 24 hours a day, QMS Connect helps you manage your ISO Management System in real-time.

QMS Connect helps engage your teams, so that you can capture data that will drive business decisions – increasing repeat business, reducing customer complaints and ultimately saving you both time and money.

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