Project Energy Management Professional

Project Energy Management Professional (PEMP)

1. About the Course

The Project Energy Management Professional (PEMP) course is designed to provide engineers, facility managers, project managers, and energy professionals with in-depth knowledge and practical skills to plan, design, implement, and monitor energy management strategies across building and infrastructure projects. This course bridges technical engineering, project management, and sustainability practices to ensure optimal energy performance, cost reduction, compliance with global standards, and alignment with net-zero goals.

2. Course Overview

This professional program covers:

• Fundamentals of energy management in building projects.

• Energy efficiency measures for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems.

• Use of energy audits (ASHRAE Level I, II, and III) to identify inefficiencies.

• Integration of renewable energy technologies into project design.

• Energy performance monitoring through BMS, IoT, and smart sensors.

• Lifecycle costing, ROI analysis, and financial justification of energy conservation measures.

• Standards and codes (ASHRAE, ISO 50001, LEED, Estidama, and other regional frameworks).

• Advanced energy management for district cooling, hospitals, data centers, and smart cities.

3. Key Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Conduct energy audits and benchmarking assessments.

• Identify energy conservation opportunities in HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.

• Apply energy modeling tools for load calculation and optimization.

• Evaluate renewable energy integration (solar PV, geothermal, wind).

• Design energy monitoring frameworks with IoT and AI.

• Prepare energy efficiency project reports with cost-benefit analysis.

• Ensure compliance with local and international energy codes.

• Develop strategies for achieving net-zero energy goals in buildings.

  4. Who Should Enroll

  • Energy managers and sustainability professionals.

  • Project engineers (HVAC, electrical, mechanical).

  • Facility managers and building operators.

  • Project management professionals working in construction and infrastructure.

  • Consultants involved in green buildings and LEED/BREEAM certification projects.

  5. Why Take This Course

  • Learn to save energy and reduce costs while improving building performance.

  • Gain expertise aligned with global sustainability and net-zero targets.

  • Acquire practical skills in audit methodologies, simulation software, and monitoring tools.

  • Become industry-ready for high-demand roles in energy efficiency, sustainability, and project delivery.

  • Certification enhances professional credibility and career opportunities.

  6. Certification & Benefits

  • Professional Certification: Recognized as a Project Energy Management Professional (PEMP).

  • Career Growth: Suitable for roles in energy consultancy, project engineering, and facilities management.

  • Industry Relevance: Content aligned with ASHRAE, ISO 50001, and LEED standards.

  • Practical Exposure: Real-world case studies, projects, and templates included.

Course Title: Project Energy Management Professional

Course Module Structure

Module 1: Fundamentals of Energy Management

• Introduction to energy management concepts.

• Global energy demand trends and sustainability challenges.

• Energy policies, standards, and certifications (ISO 50001, LEED, Estidama).

Module 2: Energy Audits & Benchmarking

• Energy audit levels (ASHRAE I, II, III).

• Tools and methodologies for audits.

• Key Performance Indicators (kWh/m², energy intensity).

• Benchmarking with Energy Star Portfolio Manager and regional databases.

Module 3: Energy Management in HVAC Systems

• Heat load calculation & optimization.

• Chillers, cooling towers, and VRF/VRV efficiency improvements.

• Advanced dampers, valves, and energy recovery ventilators (ERV/HRV).

• District cooling systems and efficiency strategies.

Module 4: Energy Management in Electrical Systems

• Lighting design optimization (LED, daylight integration).

• Motors, transformers, UPS efficiency improvement.

• Smart metering, load management, and demand response.

• Power factor correction and harmonics control.

Module 5: Energy in Plumbing & Water Systems

• Water conservation strategies and low-flow fixtures.

• Graywater and blackwater treatment with energy recovery.

• Pump efficiency and variable frequency drives (VFDs).

• Hot water systems optimization.

Module 6: Renewable & Alternative Energy Systems

• Solar PV, CSP, and geothermal integration.

• Wind turbines for hybrid projects.

• Bio-energy and waste-to-energy technologies.

• Hybrid energy solutions for smart cities.

Module 7: Smart Systems & Digital Energy Management

• Building Management Systems (BMS) and Energy Management Systems (EMS).

• IoT sensors, AI, and predictive analytics for energy monitoring.

• Fault detection and predictive maintenance.

• Big data in energy optimization.

Module 8: Financial & Project Management for Energy Efficiency

• Lifecycle cost analysis (LCCA).

• ROI and payback period calculations.

• Energy performance contracting (EPC).

• Risk assessment in energy management projects.

Module 9: Codes, Standards, and Compliance

• ASHRAE 90.1, ASHRAE 189.1, and IEC standards.

• ISO 50001 energy management system framework.

• LEED/BREEAM/Estidama and green building rating systems.

• Regional compliance requirements (GCC, EU, North America).

Module 10: Case Studies & Capstone Project

• Hospitals: HVAC redundancy and efficiency.

• Data centers: Cooling and UPS energy management.

• High-rise buildings: Integration of renewables and smart BMS.

• District cooling networks: Demand-side energy management.

• Capstone Project: Develop a complete Energy Management Plan for a real or simulated project, including audits, recommendations, financial analysis, and compliance reporting.

8. Assessments & Evaluation

• Weekly Quizzes to test understanding of core concepts.

• Assignments: Audit calculations, simulation reports, cost analysis.

• Case Study Reports: Evaluating energy efficiency of existing buildings.

• Capstone Project: Full energy management plan with presentation.

9. Suggested Duration Plan

• Total Duration: 12–16 weeks (flexible learning).

• Modules 1–3: 4 weeks (Foundations and HVAC).

• Modules 4–6: 4 weeks (Electrical, Plumbing, Renewables).

• Modules 7–9: 3–4 weeks (Smart systems, financials, compliance).

• Module 10 (Capstone): 2–3 weeks.

10. Deliverables & Learning Resources

• Formula sheets and calculation templates.

• Energy audit checklists (ASHRAE Level I–III).

• ROI and payback analysis spreadsheets.

• AutoCAD/Revit energy simulation templates.

• Case study reports and industry best practices.

• Reading resources (ASHRAE handbooks, ISO 50001 guides, LEED reference manuals).

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