Expression of interest: Energy Management Systems (EnMS) Expert Training Programme (ISO 50001)

Are you a sustainability expert, an energy engineer, production manager or a consultant determined to cut energy waste and costs in your industrial facility or your supply chain? Are you looking for practical ways to slash industrial pollution and restore the health of our planet? If the answer is yes, then this training is for you.

The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), in partnership with Sri Lanka’s National Cleaner Production Centre (NCPC), is pleased to announce the Call for Expression of Interest to participate in the 3rd batch of the Expert Training Programme on Implementation of Energy Management Systems (EnMS) in conformity with ISO 50001:2018 Standard.

Free of charge, the internationally recognized training will run from January to September 2025. The sessions will be imparted by international trainers with decades of experience helping industries of all sizes reduce their energy consumption and production costs.

The course combines online and face-to-face sessions. It also takes participants out of the classroom into their work environments where they are supported to develop energy management systems that are tailored to their company’s needs.

"The training provided practical tools and methodology for conducting energy audits, analysing energy performance and developing action plans that drive continuous improvement. The knowledge is not only helping me in my role as an energy consultant, but it is also equipping me to support clients in achieving their long-term sustainability goals. [It] allowed me to learn from best practices in other countries, which can be adapted to local contexts."

Dinusha Madurangi

Industrial energy auditor, energy consultant and visiting lecturer and EnMS training alumni.

Over the 10 months period participants will:

Gain an in-depth theoretical and practical understanding of energy management across various industrial processes.
Learn to use new tools and strategies, and develop customized energy management initiatives for their individual workplaces.
Gain practical skills and experience in developing EnMS documentation, identifying energy saving opportunities, establishing baseline and energy savings targets.
Learn to track progress and gather data resulting from the implementation of energy saving measures.
Learn from their peers' experiences while building cross-industry relationships.
Become part of a growing and active network of energy management experts in Sri Lanka and beyond.

"Joining the [EnMS] program was transformative, it reshaped my perspective on implementation strategies and essential checkpoints. This newfound knowledge has significantly expedited our progress towards obtaining ISO 50001 for the remaining plants, a milestone we hope to reach by 2025."

Anusha Punchihewa

Energy Assessor and data Analyst in the Central Engineering Division of Michelin Lanka Pvt Ltd

The programme consists of four modules, which will be delivered as follows:

Module 1: January
Module 2: March
Module 3: July
Module 4: September
Final exam: October

"I knew we had already made significant strides in reducing electricity usage, but this [EnMS] training gave us the tools to take it further. It taught us how to set baselines, analyze energy data, and identify where the biggest improvements could be made."

Lallini Croos

Sustainability Manager at Finlays Colombo and EnMS training alumni

THIS IS AN INCLUSIVE TRAINING IN WHICH WE VALUE DIVERSITY. THEREFORE, FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

A growing sector with opportunities for women: The energy efficiency sector currently employs 10 million workers worldwide, with the potential to grow by another 4.5 million by 2030 if targets set at COP28 to double energy efficiency are met. With the sector requiring a diverse skill set across various industries, women are increasingly active in the energy workforce and as entrepreneurs contributing to economic growth, industrial development and climate action.

Number of participants:

Industry: up to 50 from 25 companies (2 participants per company)
Individual: up to 20.

Selection criteria

Participant Category 1: Individual applicants

Energy efficiency experts, consultants, representatives from academia and representatives from training institutions who satisfy the following minimum criteria are invited to submit application for the programme:

Minimum 5 years of experience in industry with at least 2 years in an energy related field
Graduate of a Higher Educational Institution in Engineering or Science (NVQ level 7)
An expression of interest to pursue a career in energy management
Initiate EnMS implementation in an industry within 2025
Working knowledge of any of the ISO family of standards (e.g. ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 18001, ISO 50001, ISO 55001) is an advantage

Participant Category 2: Industrial representatives

Energy Managers, Energy Engineers and Production Managers of industries that are interested in saving energy and reducing energy cost. (max. 2 per company):

Target energy intensive industries: Metal (rolling, fabrication, metal finishing etc.); food and beverages; rubber (tyres, gloves etc.); textile and apparel; mining (tiles, porcelain, roofing tiles, cement etc.); consumer products; paper and printing; chemicals and paints; polymer (packaging, plastic goods, PVC etc.).
Industries with a target to initiate EnMS implementation within 2025.

Fees:

The trainings will be delivered FREE OF CHARGE.

How to apply?

Choose the category below (industry or individual).
Fill in the respective registration form.
Submit the registration form by 30 November 2024.
The short-listed candidates may be invited for an additional interview.

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