This book offers a practical and easy to follow introduction to the technical considerations, human factors and management aspects of energy saving in commerce, industry and the public sector. The book explains how to monitor your energy usage and most importantly how to read the data and identify areas for action. It goes on to discuss practical solutions to the problems posed by the technical aspects of a building, such as building materials, heating, ventilation and lighting. Through these practical considerations and activities the author gives expert insight in to ISO 50001:2011, Energy Management Systems - Requirements with Guidance for Use, showing how its requirements can be met and how an effective energy management system can be set up and maintained. This book is an essential guide for anyone looking to implement or improve an energy management system, particularly those tackling the subject for the first time.
Content:
Front Matter
• Introduction
• The Basics
• Preface
• Table of Contents
1. Information and Human Factors
2. Technical Aspects
3. Associated Management Activities
• Glossary
• Bibliography