EnMS Forum 2025

Building a skilled workforce for industrial energy efficiency in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka’s industrial sector stands at a pivotal moment in its journey toward low-carbon growth. The EnMS Forum 2025 will bring together over 200 industry leaders, policymakers, technical experts, and international partners — including the project’s Energy Management Systems (EnMS) trainees from the 2023, 2024, and 2025 batches — to showcase the country’s progress in EnMS and chart the way forward for long-term sustainability.

Hosted by the European Union-funded Accelerating Industries’ Climate Response in Sri Lanka (AICRSL) project and implemented by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), the Forum will reflect on three years of EnMS training and celebrate the achievements of a growing network of certified energy managers. These professionals are helping industries cut energy costs, lower emissions, and enhance competitiveness in global markets where low-carbon production is an advantage.

Forum Highlights

The programme will feature reflections on the AICRSL EnMS journey, industry case studies demonstrating real-world energy savings, expert discussions on global best practices, and policy updates from the Sri Lanka Sustainable Energy Authority. A special “EnMS Clinic” will provide participants with direct access to expert advice on technical, operational, and regulatory challenges.

The event will also include the certificate ceremony for the 2024 EnMS batch, marking another milestone in building a skilled workforce to drive industrial energy efficiency in Sri Lanka.

Preliminary Agenda (Morning Session)

Opening remarks from UNIDO, the European Union Delegation to Sri Lanka and the Maldives, and the Minister of Energy.
Session 1: Reflection on the EnMS programme – objectives, achievements, and future plans.
Session 2: Lessons learned, success stories, and best practices – with presentations from industry case studies and expert reflections.
Session 3: Policy and regulatory frameworks – presented by the Sri Lanka Sustainable Energy Authority.
Session 4: EnMS Clinic – interactive Q&A with national and international experts.

Afternoon Session – Awards Ceremony (EnMS 2024 Batch)

Welcome and keynote addresses.
Certificate awarding ceremony.
Networking and refreshments.

In Summary

WHO: Accelerating Industries’ Climate Response in Sri Lanka project. Funded by the European Union. Implemented by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), in collaboration with the Government of Sri Lanka.

WHAT: EnMS Forum 2025 – A national platform to share experiences, celebrate achievements, and strengthen the future of industrial energy management in Sri Lanka.

WHERE: Colombo (Venue TBC)

WHEN: 29 August 2025, 9:00–13:45 (registration from 8:30), followed by afternoon awards ceremony for the EnMS 2024 batch.