Tool description for Energiebuch “E-Tool”
The Energiebuch E-tool helps SMEs to evaluate energy consumption data and energy-related key performance indicators over time. With a minimum of work, it is possible to obtain a good overview of all relevant operating data: recording of energy costs, examination of machines and vehicle fleet, and evaluation of CO2 emissions. The results can be compared to sector benchmarks. The tool also provides “add-on modules” (eg. PV calculator, electricity and energy tax rebate, business development plan, CO2 pricing).
The tool was developed by Mittelstandsinitiative Energiewende und Klimaschutz – Regionale Werkstätten des Handwerks gefördert durch das Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Energie (www.energieeffizienz-handwerk.de)
The target group for this tool is business owners or energy managers of SMEs that want to have all energy-relevant data at once and use it as an uncomplicated decision-making basis for future action.
What’s included?
- Recording of energy costs
- Examination of machines and vehicle fleet
- Evaluation of CO2 emissions
- Sector benchmark (handcraft sector)
- Add-on modules: PV calculator, electricity and energy tax rebate, business development plan, CO2 pricing
The tool provides the data basis for decision-making process regarding energy efficiency.
Required input:
- Company data, business data, locations
- Energy data (electricity, own electricity, fuels, water, waste water)
- Key figures
Possibility to enter monthly or annual data for energy. Not all fields are mandatory.
The tool can be used in different ways
The tool can be used by SMEs themselves. It is rich with description and information for each field. The user can choose a standard mode (guided data collection) or an expert mode. Access can also be given to a third party (ie, energy advisor) to get better advice.
