Energy Transition Audits towards Decarbonization

Introduction

EnTRAINER aims to introduce a paradigm shift from conventional energy audits to a new, holistic and complete methodology of “Energy Transition Audits” (ETA). With this new approach, the main focus is to provide a multi-benefit scheme and a complete action plan towards full decarbonization of the audited sites.

Project Partners and Focus

EnTRAINER comprises partners with a long-standing cooperation and energy audit experts. The project will focus on energy-intensive industries in 4 South-East EU countries (EL, RO, IT, ES), which are lagging in the implementation of energy audits compared to other EU regions.

Holistic Methodology

The holistic methodology of EnTRAINER includes several key components:

1. Training Elements:

   • 2 accredited courses for energy auditors and energy experts.
   • 1 course for company staff.

2. Web Portal:

   • A sophisticated web portal with 4 new and upgraded tools, freely offered to energy professionals.
   • A training platform and knowledge hub that will allow continuous interaction and knowledge sharing between participants.

3. Support for Implementation:

   • Support provided to industrial sites to implement the proposed audit measures.
   • Aiming to bring together top management and financing bodies.
   • Guidance to take advantage of existing and future funding opportunities.

Energy Scans and ETAs

The project will provide preliminary energy scans in 80 energy-intensive industries. Based on certain maturity criteria, it will perform 40 detailed direct ETAs. The results from these ETAs will act as lighthouses for other industries of the same sector, utilizing the knowledge hub.

Training and Capacity Building

EnTRAINER will train:

• 240 Energy Auditors, which will trigger another 40 indirect ETAs through interaction with external energy auditors.
• 240 energy experts who may become future energy transition auditors.
• 400 company staff, including key decision-makers.

Expected Outcomes

EnTRAINER actions will trigger:

• 16 M € investments.
• 4.75 GWh primary energy savings.
• 5.16 GWh renewable energy generation in total.