Standard
ISO 50001:2018
Energy Management
Systematic improvement in energy performance and reduction of energy intensity.
Benefits
- Lower energy costs
- Reduced Scope 1 & 2 emissions
- Improved asset efficiency
- Regulator & investor confidence
- Net-zero pathway alignment
Requirements
- Energy review & baseline
- Significant energy uses (SEUs)
- Objectives & targets
- Design for energy performance
- Measurement & verification
- Continual improvement
Certification process
- 01Application & scope
- 02Auto eligibility & mandays
- 03Documented information review
- 04Stage 1 readiness audit
- 05Corrective actions
- 06Stage 2 audit
- 07Independent decision
- 08Certificate issued
- 09Annual surveillance
- 10Recertification (Year 3)
Frequently asked questions
- How long does certification take?Typically 6–12 weeks depending on scope, sites and readiness.
- Is the certificate globally recognised?Yes — under the IAF Multilateral Recognition Arrangement.
- Can we transfer an existing certificate?Yes — see /certification/transfer-certification.
- Do you provide the standard document?No — IREA does not distribute ISO standards; buy from ISO/national body.