The U.S. Department of Energy's 50001 Ready program offers a free, flexible suite of tools, guidance, and recognition to help organizations across sectors implement an energy management system based on the ISO 50001 standard.
Key steps:
- Complete the 7 Sections of the 50001 Ready Navigator: Use the DOE’s free 50001 Ready Navigator tool to guide your energy management system implementation. Need help? Contact the 50001 Ready Help Desk at 50001ready@lbl.gov
- Self-Attest Completion: Submit a Self-Attestation Form signed by your energy team lead and a senior management representative, confirming implementation of all 7 Navigator sections and commitment to continual improvement.
- Report Energy Data: Complete and submit the Energy Performance Improvement Report (EPIR), Sections 1 (Project Information) and 2 (Energy Consumption).
- Annual Renewal: Each year, submit a new Self-Attestation Form and an EPIR (including Section 3: Energy Performance Improvement).
Already certified to ISO 50001? Get DOE’s ISO 50001 Certification Recognition.
