Build an energy management program
Thousands of organizations use ENERGY STAR to help them build and improve their energy programs. Get on the road to improved savings. Follow the steps below to build an energy management system for continual energy savings.
Step one: Identify gaps
Put your energy program to the test. EPA developed simple assessment tools from the programs of ENERGY STAR partners to quickly identify energy management practices that may be missing. Decide which matrix fits you best and see how your program measures up through a simple gap analysis!
- Energy Program Assessment Matrix (corporate program)
- Facility Energy Program Assessment Matrix (single plant program)
- Small Company Assessment Matrix (small manufacturing company program)
Step two: Fill the gaps with energy management guidance
Every energy program has room to improve. The roadmap to improvement is the ENERGY STAR Guidelines for Energy Management. Read the guidelines to find ways to fill the gaps you identified. The guidelines also connect you with targeted ENERGY STAR tools to meet your energy management needs. Are you a small or medium manufacturer? EPA offers a toolkit just for you.
Step three: Build an energy team
A strong energy team is the core of an effective energy program. Teaming Up to Save Energy gives tips and guidance on forming a successful energy team.
Step four: Raise awareness and engage sites
People are the heart of an energy program. Employees must be involved and support an energy program for it to have success. To build interest in energy efficiency and energy management, use ENERGY STAR tools to help you raise awareness of the value of energy efficiency and engage sites.
- Animated plant energy tool
- Co-branded plant posters
- ENERGY STAR Energy Efficiency Competition Guide
- ENERGY STAR Challenge for Industry
Step five: Advance your energy program
When the basics are in place, it is time to move energy management forward. Look to advance your energy program for help.