The ISO 50001:2018 Energy Management System (EnMS) standard, the latest revision, is now available for organizations seeking certification from IBC. It provides guidance and support for organizations across sectors to enhance energy efficiency through the establishment of an EnMS. Implementing an EnMS enables organizations to optimize energy usage, leading to cost savings, resource conservation, and addressing climate change concerns. By obtaining ISO 50001 certification from IBC, organizations demonstrate their adherence to the standard and effective implementation of an EnMS.

What is the need for an Energy Management System?

The implementation of an Energy Management System (EnMS) is essential for organizations to effectively control and reduce energy usage, resulting in cost savings, risk mitigation, and reduced carbon emissions. The introduction of ISO 50001 has provided organizations in various sectors with a systematic approach to enhance energy efficiency. ISO 50001 enables organizations to identify opportunities for energy conservation, leading to positive impacts on the environment, business operations, and society as a whole. Additionally, ISO 50001 aligns organizations with ISO 14001 environmental management standards, supporting their efforts to decrease carbon emissions.

ISO 50001 Energy Management – What is new?

The updated version of ISO 50001 incorporates various enhancements to improve its effectiveness and align with other management system standards. These revisions include:

• Adoption of ISO’s management system standard requirements, ensuring a consistent high-level structure, common terms, and definitions across different standards.
• Clarity on terms and document structure to facilitate better understanding and implementation.
• Clear guidance on exclusions of specific energy types.
• Enhanced clarification on the concept of “energy review.”
• Through explanation of energy performance indicators (EnPIs) and energy baselines (EnBs) to provide a better understanding of these concepts.
• Increased emphasis on the role of top management in driving energy management efforts.
• Improved integration with strategic management processes.
• Introduction of new terms and definitions, such as context order and energy performance improvement.
• Introduction of the concept of normalization of EnPIs and relevant EnBs.
• Enhanced clarity on energy data collection plans and related requirements, previously known as energy measurement plans.

Procedure for Obtaining ISO 50001 Certification

To obtain ISO 50001 certification for your organization through IBC, the following requirements must be fulfilled:

A) Documented management process: Your organization needs to have a well-documented management process in place that aligns with the requirements of ISO 50001:2018.

B) Defined roles and responsibilities: Clearly defined roles and responsibilities should be established within the management process to ensure effective implementation and execution of energy management practices.

C) Documented energy data collection plan: A comprehensive plan for collecting energy data needs to be documented, demonstrating the systematic approach to monitoring and measuring energy performance.

D) ISO 50001:2018 compliant documentation: All the necessary documentation, including policies, procedures, and records, should be prepared and maintained in accordance with ISO 50001:2018 requirements.

By fulfilling these requirements, IBC will provide ISO 50001:2018 certification for your organization. For further information about the benefits and details of ISO 50001 certification, please feel free to contact us.

Why IBC?
Selecting IBC as your certification body for ISO 50001 offers distinct advantages. With extensive ISO certification expertise, we provide ISO 50001 certifications to organizations across sectors, ensuring international recognition for their commitment to energy efficiency. Our tailored services cater to the needs of small-to-medium-sized organizations, while our unwavering focus on quality ensures a reliable and trusted certification process. Make IBC your choice for ISO 50001 certification and demonstrate your organization’s dedication to sustainable practices and energy management.

ISO 50001 is ISO’s Management System Standard for Energy Efficiency

ISO 50001:2018 is an internationally recognized Management System Standard for Energy Efficiency, and IBC provides certification services for organizations seeking compliance. This certification supports organizations in using energy more efficiently by implementing an energy management system (EnMS).

ISO 50001 offers organizations in all sectors a structured approach to enhance energy efficiency, leading to positive impacts on the environment, business operations, and society. Additionally, ISO 50001 certification helps organizations prepare for ISO 14001 environmental management standards, facilitating the reduction of carbon emissions.

What are ISO Standards?
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is a globally recognized body responsible for establishing industry-specific technical standards that govern manufacturing processes, testing procedures, and other relevant aspects. Among the ISO standards is ISO 50001:2018, which specifically addresses energy efficiency and serves as a management system standard for organizations to effectively manage and optimize their energy usage.

What does ISO Certification mean?
ISO compliance has three levels: ISO 9000 for quality management, ISO 14001 for environmental management, and ISO 50001 for energy efficiency. An ISO-certified company has undergone a review by ISO, confirming its compliance with the respective standards. This certification demonstrates the company’s commitment to meeting internationally recognized standards in quality, environmental responsibility, or energy efficiency, as applicable.

Benefits of ISO 50001 Certification
ISO 50001 certification is crucial for organizations of all sizes and sectors.
It enables organizations to reduce energy costs and improve energy efficiency, resulting in financial savings.
ISO 50001 certification also contributes to resource conservation, climate change mitigation, and risk reduction associated with energy use.
Certification validates an organization’s management system performance and commitment to ongoing energy efficiency improvement.
Additionally, ISO 50001 certification provides a pathway to being certified for ISO 14001 (environmental management) and ISO 18000 (occupational health and safety).

Transfer Policy
Existing organizations can transition from ISO 50001:2011 to ISO 50001:2018 by following the ISO 50001:2018 Transfer Policy. This policy outlines the process for migrating from the previous version to the updated standard.

IBC, as a certification body, will follow a procedure similar to other certifications when assisting organizations in obtaining ISO 50001 certification. ISO 50001 certification serves as a formal recognition of an organization’s management system performance, demonstrating its dedication to continuously improving energy efficiency.

Cost of Certification
IBC always charges the best competitive rates for the iso 50001 certification. The costing is done based on the
Number of Employees
Risk Factors
Sites and locations.

How to Apply for ISO 50001 Certification
To inquire about ISO 50001 certification, please visit the IBC website and fill out the inquiry form. Within 24 hours, an auditor will reach out to you to understand your organization’s requirements, budget, and timeframe. They will then provide a personalized quote for the assessment process tailored to your needs.

You can also find information about in-house training for ISO 50001 Internal Auditor Training on the IBC website for reference.