Expression of interest: Energy Management Systems (EnMS) Expert Training Programme (ISO 50001) 2026
Are you a sustainability expert, an energy engineer, production manager, a consultant or a young graduate determined to cut energy waste and costs in your industrial facility or your supply chain?
Are you looking for practical ways to slash industrial pollution and restore the health of our planet? If the answer is yes, then this training is for you.
The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) is pleased to announce the Call for Expression of Interest to participate in the 4th batch of the Expert Training Programme on Implementation of Energy Management Systems (EnMS) in conformity with ISO 50001:2018 Standard.
Free of charge, the internationally recognized training will run from February to November 2026. The sessions will be imparted by national and international trainers with decades of experience helping industries of all sizes reduce their energy consumption and production costs.
The course combines online and face-to-face sessions. It also takes participants out of the classroom into their work environments where they are supported to develop energy management systems that are tailored to their company’s needs.
Over the 10 months period participants will:
- Gain an in-depth theoretical and practical understanding of energy management across various industrial processes.
- Learn to use new tools and strategies, and develop customized energy management initiatives for their individual workplaces.
- Gain practical skills and experience in developing EnMS documentation, identifying energy saving opportunities, establishing baseline and energy savings targets.
- Learn to track progress and gather data resulting from the implementation of energy saving measures.
- Learn from their peers’ experiences while building cross-industry relationships.
- Become part of a growing and active network of energy management experts in Sri Lanka and beyond.
The programme consists of four modules, which will be delivered as follows:
- Module 1: 2 days : Context and Leadership
- Module 2: 4 days : Planning and Energy Performance
- Module 3: 3 days : Implementation and operations
- Module 4: 4 days : Review and Improvement
- Final exam
A growing sector with opportunities for women: The energy efficiency sector currently employs 10 million workers worldwide, with the potential to grow by another 4.5 million by 2030 if targets set at COP28 to double energy efficiency are met. With the sector requiring a diverse skill set across various industries, women are increasingly active in the energy workforce and as entrepreneurs contributing to economic growth, industrial development and climate action.
Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
NUMBER OF PARTICIPENTS:
- Industry: up to 50 from 25 companies (2 participants per company)
- Individual: up to 20.
SELECTION CRITERIA:
Participant Category 1: Industrial representatives
Energy Managers, Energy Engineers and Production Managers of industries that are interested in saving energy and reducing energy cost. (max. 2 per company):
- Target energy intensive industries: Metal (rolling, fabrication, metal finishing etc.); food and beverages; rubber (tyres, gloves etc.); textile and apparel; mining (tiles, porcelain, roofing tiles, cement etc.); consumer products; paper and printing; chemicals and paints; polymer (packaging, plastic goods, PVC etc.).
- Industries with a target to initiate EnMS implementation within 2026.
Participant Category 2: Individual applicants
Energy efficiency experts, consultants, representatives from academia and representatives from training institutions who satisfy the following minimum criteria are invited to submit application for the programme:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in industry with at least 2 years in an energy related field
- Graduate of a Higher Educational Institution in Engineering or Science (NVQ level 7)
- An expression of interest to pursue a career in energy management
- Initiate EnMS implementation in an industry within 2026
- Working knowledge of any of the ISO family of standards (e.g. ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 18001, ISO 50001, ISO 55001) is an advantage
This year, applications are open for a limited number of young graduates who have a passion for energy saving and interest in pursuing a career in energy management. Individuals who recently graduated from a Higher Educational Institution in Engineering or Science (NVQ level 7) are eligible to apply.
FEES:
The trainings will be delivered FREE OF CHARGE.
HOW TO APPLY?
- Choose the category below (industry or individual).
- Fill in the respective registration form.
- Submit the registration form by 31 January 2026.
Call for Applications is now closed
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