Abstract:

Non-energy benefits (NEBs) have become an overwhelmingly important factor in the calculation of  energy efficiency measures (EEMs). Often the share of these benefits even outweighs the calculated energy savings. Nevertheless, these NEBs rarely find their way into practical application in the performance of energy audits and operational energy management. The consideration of NEBs can be regarded as a quality factor in energy management. With the emergence of mandatory energy audits for large companies in the European Union, the issue of quality is taking on a new dimension. Is punishment avoidance the right motivator for good energy management? The dissemination of energy efficiency is the goal of every audit program. The dissemination of knowledge about NEBs can be a great help here.