This course provides knowledge to engineers and energy professionals to implement and enhance ISO 50001-based Energy Management Systems using smart sensors, IoT, SCADA, EMS platforms, and AI. Participants gain skills in auditing, data-driven optimization, and using digital tools for continuous energy performance improvement.
Course Overview Table
| Chapter | Details |
| Partner | Centre for Technology Transfer and Innovations |
| Title | Digital Tools and Engineering Approaches for ISO 50001 Implementation |
| Service | Course |
| Target Group | SMEs, Industry, Public Administration, Energy Managers, Facility Operators, Engineers, Sustainability Professionals |
| Format | Workshop |
| Focused on Key Technologies | Energy Management Systems |
| Status | In development |
| Stakeholders from SME/PA Side | Entities seeking towards the implementation of ISO 500001 standard |
| Requirements for Participation | No pre-requirements |
| Estimated Duration | 6 hours |
Description of the Course
The course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and practical tools needed to implement and improve Energy Management Systems (EnMS) in alignment with ISO 50001. The course is well suited for engineers, energy managers, and digital transformation professionals looking to enhance their energy performance strategies through modern technologies.
The training covers a solid foundation in the fundamentals of ISO 50001, including the benefits of EnMS adoption, a detailed breakdown of the standard’s structure and clauses, and the application of the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle. Real-world technical examples are explored to show how digitalization enhances each phase of the EnMS lifecycle.
Participants will follow an engineering-based approaches to energy efficiency, examining how smart sensors, IoT, SCADA, and energy management software platforms are integrated into modern EnMS. The course covers the use of advanced technologies such as digital twins, simulations, and AI for data-driven energy optimization.
Core auditing concepts are addressed, from planning and conducting internal audits to developing audit checklists and using effective interviewing techniques. The training also emphasizes the use of digital tools for audit documentation and tracking. The course concludes with strategies for audit follow-up, reporting nonconformities, and ensuring continuous improvement.
Preliminary Agenda
ISO 50001 Fundamentals and the EnMS Framework
- Benefits of implementing an Energy Management System
- The structure and purpose of ISO 50001
- In-depth analysis of the ISO 50001 clauses and key requirements
- Introduction to the Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle and its application in EnMS
- Role of digitalization in supporting EnMS and PDCA execution
Engineering and Digital Tools for ISO 50001
- Engineering approaches to energy performance optimization
- Smart sensors, IoT, and SCADA in energy data collection
- Energy management software platforms
- Data analytics and visualization for energy monitoring
- Use of digital twins, simulations, and AI for energy efficiency improvement
Internal Audits in EnMS: Planning and Execution
- The impact of internal audits on continuous improvement and compliance
- Audit planning: objectives, scope, and frequency
- Creating an effective ISO 50001 audit checklist
- Conducting audits: interviewing techniques and evidence gathering
- Using digital tools in audit execution and documentation
Audit Follow-Up and Continuous Improvement
- Communicating results and gaining commitment
- Identifying, documenting, and reporting nonconformities
- Corrective actions and tracking using digital platforms
- Integration of audit outcomes into the PDCA cycle
- Using audit data to support strategic energy decisions and drive improvement
Additional Course Information
| Category | Details |
| Value of Service | Participants will acquire knowledge and skills, including: |
| Skill 1: Skill to design and align an Energy Management System with ISO 50001 standards using the PDCA cycle
Skill 2: Hands-on experience of IoT, SCADA, EMS platforms, and AI for real-time energy data collection and analysis Skill 3: Knowledge to plan, conduct, and follow up on internal EnMS audits using structured checklists and digital audit tools |
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| Learning Methods Used | Lectures, hands-on exercises, group discussions, case study analysis |
| References/Resources | ISO 50001 Standard |
| Overview Slides | Supporting slides and documentation will be provided; available via the course platform or upon request |