Before embarking on the journey to introducing an effective energy management system, it is worth considering the common barriers that may affect its implementation.  The approach adopted by an organisation to address energy efficiency is very important however, it is still the workforce, at all levels, that will influence its success. The following are the most common barriers organisations face:

Organisational Commitment

A fundamental aspect of an organisations EnMS effectiveness is the overall commitment of the workforce.  To ensure senior management appreciate the impact of energy management, its importance must be instilled within the organisational culture.  Energy is often treated as a problem that can be fixed and forgotten, while core business issues require constant attention.  The Energy Institute, Hearts and Minds series ‘Understanding your energy culture’ tool will help identify the behaviours and attitudes towards energy management.  In the process of defining the company’s current energy culture, positive improvements can be made so that energy management takes a central role within the day to day operations of the organisation.