EP100

Energy productivity is the ratio of economic output to energy consumption – so improving energy productivity means getting more economic output out of every unit of energy consumed.   

Focusing on improving energy productivity enables companies to apply a financial lens to their energy use and empowers them to align their business growth with sustainability targets.  

By implementing energy efficient technology, digitalizing systems and changing operational behavior, businesses maximize the ‘services’ provided by each unit of energy they consume, helping to increase overall productivity. 

From retail and real estate to manufacturing and heavy industry, EP100 members are generating green growth and improving competitiveness while banking substantial cost savings. 

They are also driving wider economic benefits by helping to reduce primary energy demand and advance energy efficient technologies and practices. Research by the IEA suggests this will add US$18 trillion to global GDP through 2035, while a 2015 report for ClimateWorks showed energy efficiency will reduce the cost of related decarbonization efforts by up to US$2.8 trillion.

To become a member of EP100, companies choose among three commitments:

The Climate Group shares the compelling business case for increasing energy efficiency, encourages knowledge-sharing and peer-learning through webinars and events, and showcases member leadership through speaking slots at key events, digital media and media outreach.

EP100 is delivered as part of the We Mean Business coalition. Alongside renewable power and electric vehicles, making smarter use of energy is a practical step companies can take to lower their emissions, future-proof their business and demonstrate climate leadership.

To find out more, follow #EP100 on Twitter, or contact Jenny Chu, Head of EP100, The Climate Group – JChu@theclimategroup.org

See the full list of EP100 members here

As the world warms up, demand for cooling is growing at an alarming rate. With electricity demand from air conditioning alone set to more than triple by 2050, major companies can play a leading role in mitigating climate impact, by investing in energy efficient cooling that will also generate substantial financial savings.

Through the EP100 Cooling Challenge, EP100 members commit to identifying ways of cooling their operations as efficiently as possible – optimizing the contribution of efficient, clean cooling in meeting their energy productivity goals.

Why get involved?

EP100 members can reduce emissions from cooling by investing in smarter, more efficient technology and practices that also boost the bottom line and improve competitiveness. No wonder companies are signing up.

The first 10 companies to come on board may be eligible to receive a pro bono Level 1 Energy Audit by industry-leading ASHRAE in one facility. The audit will include a preliminary energy use assessment and site visit from an ASHRAE representative, who will suggest appropriate cooling efficiency measures.

How to participate

Companies who step up to the challenge can be existing EP100 members or those joining the EP100 initiative at the same time.

Once on board, the company will use a checklist provided by The Climate Group to identify energy efficient measures (EEMs) in at least one major facility, and report back to The Climate Group. Companies must complete no/low-cost EEMs by 15 October 2020. Investment grade retrofits must be implemented by the EP100 target year.

Up for the challenge?

We need businesses to lead by example. Get in touch with Maria Rojas, EP100 Campaign Manager, The Climate Group, today.