Conduct energy audit

Description

Analyse and evaluate the energy consumption in a systematic manner in order to improve the energy performance.

Alternative labels

conducting audit of energy
conducting energy audit
analyse energy consumption
conduct audit of energy
energy audit conducting
energy consumption analysing
analysing energy consumption

Skill type

skill/competence

Skill reusability level

sector-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential skill

Conduct energy audit is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Energy manager: Energy managers coordinate the energy use in an organisation, and aim to implement policies for increased sustainability, and minimisation of cost and environmental impact. They monitor the energy demands
and use, and develop improvement strategies, as well as researching the most beneficial source of energy for the organisation’s needs.
Energy assessor: Energy assessors determine the energy performance of buildings. They create an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) which indicates what the estimated energy consumption of a property is. Furthermore they give advice on how to improve energy conservation.
Energy analyst: Energy analysts evaluate the consumption of energy in buidings owned by consumers and businesses. By analysing existing energy systems, they recommend cost-effective alternatives. Energy analysts suggest efficiency improvements, make business analyses and participate in the development of policies concerning the use of traditional fuels, transportation, and other factors relating to energy consumption.

Optional skill

Conduct energy audit is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

Manufacturing manager: Manufacturing managers plan, oversee and direct the manufacturing process in an organisation. They ensure products and services are efficiently produced within the timeframe and budget given.
Operations manager: Operations managers plan, oversee and coordinate the daily operations of production of goods and provision of services. They also formulate and implement company policies and plan the use of human resources and materials.

 


 

References

  1. Conduct energy audit – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022