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Energy Efficiency & CO2 Reduction

How to measure energy savings?

Objective

At the conclusion of this seminar, participants will have:

  • A clear understanding of national objectives on energy consumption, renewable energy efficiency and CO2 abatement;
  • A knowledge of basic methods used in measuring and benchmarking the progress achieved regarding energy saving and CO2 reduction;
  • An ability to apply those methods to evaluate the success of energy efficiency / CO2 abatement programmes.

Who will benefit

This session is intended for managers and staffs of governments and other relevant agencies at the national, regional and local levels that work on sustainable development, energy efficiency, climate change, and renewables. It is also intended for managers of companies in the energy sector impacted by energy efficiency and CO2 reduction initiatives.

Teaching method

The sessions will rely on case studies and interaction among the participants, and it will also include other quality support materials.

Training content

Session 1 - Energy Consumption & CO2 emissions

Session 2 - Measurement & comparison of the overall energy efficiency and CO2 trends

Session 3 - Energy and CO2 savings evaluation

Session 4 - Synthesis: the drivers of the energy consumption and energy savings

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