GUIDES AND GUIDELINE UNDER EECA ENERGY AUDIT REPORTING

COURSE OBJECTIVES

1.    Understand Energy Audit Reporting Requirements under EECA 2024:
Provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act 2024, focusing on statutory requirements, scope, and obligations related to energy audits and the preparation of energy audit reports in accordance with the Guidelines issued by the Energy Commission.

2.    Navigate Energy Audit Reporting Guidelines and Regulatory Submissions:
Equip participants with the knowledge to interpret and apply the Guidelines on Energy Audit Report, including report structure, data presentation, baseline analysis, Energy Saving Measures (ESM), verification processes, and regulatory submission requirements.

3.    Apply Practical Approaches to Compliant and Effective Audit Reporting:

Enable participants to apply practical and systematic approaches in preparing accurate, complete, and compliant energy audit reports that support regulatory compliance, informed decision-making, and continuous improvement in energy performance.

COURSE OUTLINE

1. Overview of EECA 2024 and Energy Audit Reporting Requirements

Introduction to the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act 2024, its objectives, scope, and enforcement provisions related to energy audits. This module explains when energy audits are required, who is responsible, and the regulatory expectations for energy audit reporting.

2. Roles and Responsibilities of REA and REM in Energy Audit Reporting

Explanation of the statutory roles of Registered Energy Auditors and Registered Energy Managers in conducting energy audits, preparing reports, ensuring data accuracy, and maintaining confidentiality.

3. Structure and Mandatory Contents of an Energy Audit Report

Detailed walkthrough of the required sections of an energy audit report, including cover page, declaration, executive summary, introduction, methodology, findings, analysis, and appendices, as prescribed in the Guidelines.

4. Energy Data, Baseline Establishment, and Performance Indicators

Understanding energy data requirements, baseline development, energy intensity performance, Specific Energy Consumption (SEC), and load apportioning in compliance with reporting guidelines.

5. Observation, Findings, and Identification of Energy Saving Measures (ESM)

Guidance on documenting observations, analysing systems and equipment, identifying SEU, and presenting ESM recommendations in a structured and justifiable manner.

6. ESM Evaluation, Financial Analysis, and Improvement Plans

Explanation of savings calculations, assumptions, investment cost estimation, simple payback analysis, and prioritisation of ESM improvement plans.

7. Report Verification, Submission, and Regulatory Compliance

Overview of verification requirements, endorsement by energy consumers or building persons-in-charge, and submission of energy audit reports through the Commission’s system.

8. Common Non-Compliance Issues and Best Practices

Review of common gaps, errors, and regulatory concerns in energy audit reporting, with best practices to ensure clarity, accuracy, and compliance.

WHY CHOOSE OUR PROGRAM

1.    Fully aligned with EECA 2024 and Energy Commission Guidelines

2.    Focused on practical audit reporting compliance, not theory alone

3.    Step-by-step walkthrough of the official reporting structure

4.    Designed for REA, REM, and energy compliance practitioners

5.    Addresses common reporting errors and non-compliance risks

6.    Supports confident preparation and submission of audit reports

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

• Energy managers and engineers

• Facility managers and operators

• Environmental officers

• Compliance professionals

• Business owners looking to improve energy efficiency

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

DAY 1