Lower Costs, Improve Efficiency, and Showcase Your Leadership with the 50001 Ready Program
How many energy-saving practices does your facility currently have in place? If you’re already taking steps to optimize energy use, the 50001 Ready Program can take your efforts to the next level by helping you build a culture of continuous improvement. This not only reduces costs but also gives your business a competitive edge in the marketplace.
Here’s everything you need to know about the 50001 Ready Program and how EnFana can make the process faster, easier, and more impactful for your facility.
What Is the 50001 Ready Program?
The 50001 Ready Program, developed by the U.S. & Canada energy departments, is a recognition initiative for organizations that implement an energy management system (EnMS) aligned with the ISO 50001:2018 standard. Unlike full ISO 50001 certification, the 50001 Ready program does not require a third-party audit, making it accessible and cost-effective while still delivering significant benefits.
By achieving 50001 Ready recognition, facilities demonstrate their commitment to energy efficiency, cost savings, and sustainability—all without disrupting existing operations. Companies that implement ISO 50001 programs report energy cost reductions averaging 10–30%, with some saving over $1 million annually (source: Better Buildings Solution Center).
Are you leaving these savings on the table?
How to Get the Recognition?
Facilities and organization in US and Canada can achieving 50001 Ready recognition by following three straightforward steps:
Step 1: Complete 25 Tasks in the Navigator
The 50001 Ready Navigator is an online tool provided by the DOE that guides you through 25 tasks grouped into four key areas: Planning, Energy Review, Continual Improvement, System Management.
These tasks are divided into seven sections:
- Context of the Organization (Tasks 1–3): Understand your organization’s energy needs and define the scope of your EnMS.
- Leadership (Tasks 4–6): Gain top management commitment to energy performance improvements.
- Planning (Tasks 7–13): Conduct an energy review and set actionable goals.
- Support (Tasks 14–16): Ensure your team has the resources and training to execute energy-saving measures.
- Operation (Tasks 17–19): Implement SOPs to optimize energy use in daily operations.
- Performance Evaluation (Tasks 20–23): Measure and analyze energy performance.
- Improvement (Tasks 24–25): Identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Step 2: Self-Attest to Task Completion
After completing the tasks, your energy management lead and senior management sign a simple self-attestation form confirming the implementation of your EnMS. This form is then uploaded to the Navigator.
Step 3: Measure and Improve Energy Performance
Facilities are required to model, track, and report annual energy performance improvements.
While the process can take years without support, EnFana’s accelerated approach ensures your facility achieves certification in just 6 months—without disrupting your operations.
What Are the Benefits of 50001 Recognition?
- Lower Costs and Reduced Risks
A well-implemented energy management system identifies inefficiencies, reduces energy waste, and cuts costs. Many facilities see energy use drop by 10–30%, translating directly into savings. - Qualify for Rebates and Incentives
50001 Ready recognition makes your facility eligible for utility rebate programs that reward improved energy performance. - Stay Ahead of Competitors
By aligning energy management with existing business systems, 50001 Ready boosts energy productivity and operational safety, freeing up resources for growth. - Industry Leadership
Recognition as 50001 Ready signals your commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability, inspiring suppliers and partners to follow suit. - Simple and Flexible Renewal
The recognition lasts for one year and can be renewed by simply updating your energy performance report and re-attest to task completion.
Why Choose EnFana for 50001?
The journey to 50001 Ready can seem daunting for facilities with limited time, staff, or resources. That’s where EnFana comes in. We specialize in accelerating and simplifying the process, making 50001 Ready achievable for every facility.
Here’s How We Help:
1. Faster Results
- Achieve 50001 Ready in just 6 months, compared to the typical 12–18 months.
- Our streamlined process ensures you meet program requirements quickly and efficiently.
2. Customized Solutions
- We analyze your facility’s energy data to create a tailored EnMS framework.
- We work with your team to find high-ROI opportunities to start saving right away.
3. Staff Training and Capacity Building
- Equip your maintenance team to identify and address energy inefficiencies.
- Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and enhance Preventive Maintenance (PM) plans to sustain energy savings.
- Empower employees with energy awareness training to integrate efficiency into daily operations.
4. Simplified Energy Tracking
- Provide user-friendly dashboards for tracking and reporting energy KPIs.
- Use analytics tools to uncover quick wins and sustain long-term improvements.
5. Ongoing Support
- Regular performance audits to ensure your EnMS stays on track.
- Advanced energy analytics to identify new savings opportunities year after year.
- Guidance for continuous improvement, embedding a culture of energy excellence across your organization.
Many 50001 implementation partners focus solely on setting up the framework to achieve certification. At EnFana, we take a different approach. While implementing the 50001 framework, we prioritize identifying and implementing energy-saving measures from day one. By collaborating closely with your team, we uncover opportunities for immediate and long-term energy savings, aligning with the true purpose of ISO 50001: driving measurable energy efficiency improvements. Our mission is simple—helping you save energy while achieving the recognition you deserve.
50001 Ready Case Study – Polaris Inc.
By implementing a 50001 Ready-based energy
management system, the Huntsville plant saved:
- 2.6 million kWh in the first 12 months.
- Total energy savings of nearly 3.56 million kWh per annum.
- Cost savings of over $863,000.
Take the First Step Toward 50001 Ready Today
The 50001 Ready Program is an accessible, practical path to improving energy performance, lowering costs, and demonstrating industry leadership. Whether you’re a small facility or a large operation, EnFana will tailor the program to suit your requirements & budget.
Don’t let time, resources, or expertise hold you back.
Contact EnFana today to learn how our tailored solutions can help your facility achieve 50001 Ready recognition—and unlock the benefits of energy excellence.
Your energy savings and sustainability leadership start now. Let’s get started.
Resources
- Keep in touch by following EnFana on LinkedIn.
- 50001 Ready FAQs.
- Learn more about EnFana’s Accelerated Energy Management Implementation.
- US department of energy 50001 Ready Program.
- Canada 50001 Ready Program.
- Read the Polaris Case Study.