APPA's new Energy Efficiency Management Certificate Program (EEMCP) addresses all aspects of energy efficiency program development, implementation, budgeting, marketing and management.
Who Should Attend
This program is designed for utility personnel who work or have interest in the multiple aspects of energy efficiency.
Program Curriculum
These classes can be taken individually or as part of the certificate program:
- Power Supply and DSM: An Introduction to Power Systems and Integrated Resource Planning - Learn the “big picture” approach applied by utilities in using existing supplies more efficiently.
- Overview of Energy Efficiency Programs - Help customers achieve energy savings with energy efficiency programs and various technologies.
- Identifying Your Utility’s Energy Efficiency Goals and Developing a Portfolio Strategy - Create and implement the right energy efficiency program that addresses your utility’s strategic plan and customers’ needs.
- Implementing an Energy Efficiency Portfolio - Develop a portfolio of programs that fits your unique customer base and build consistent participation from customers through market outreach, high-level customer service, and branding initiatives.
- Measurement and Evaluation of Program Effectiveness - Learn about critical evaluation strategies and best practices in the utility industry to successfully evaluate your own energy efficiency program.
To Earn an Energy Efficiency Management Certificate:
Participants must pass a written exam and submit an energy efficiency program business plan within a year of completing the coursework. In addition, they must complete 20 hours of additional approved continuing education training every two years to maintain certification.
The courses will debut at APPA’s Summer Education Institute in Orlando Florida, August 2-6. Position yourself and your utility company at the front line of energy efficiency by being one of the first to earn this certification!
