About the Course

This course focuses on reducing energy consumption through efficiency measures and demand-side interventions. It introduces energy auditing, benchmarking, and behavioral change strategies. Participants will learn how to design and evaluate national and sector-specific DSM programs for both industrial and residential consumers.

Target Participants

This course is designed for energy efficiency managers, utility demand planners, industrial plant supervisors, auditors, consultants, and policymakers promoting sustainable energy use.

What you will learn

By the end of the course the learner should be able to:

• Understand key concepts in energy efficiency and DSM
• Conduct energy audits and use performance indicators
• Design and evaluate DSM strategies and programs
• Promote behavioral change and stakeholder engagement

Course duration

5 days

Course Outline

Module 1: Fundamentals of Energy Efficiency

• Energy use patterns and efficiency concepts
• End-use energy consumption in major sectors
• Barriers to efficiency and enabling policies

Module 2: Energy Auditing and Benchmarking

• Steps in conducting an audit
• Audit instruments and measurement
• Energy performance indicators and savings estimation

Module 3: Demand-Side Management Strategies

• Peak shaving, load shifting, and demand response
• DSM in industrial, residential, and public sectors
• Utility-led vs government-led DSM programs

Module 4: Financing and Incentives for Efficiency

• ESCOs and performance-based contracting
• Incentive schemes and subsidies
• International financing mechanisms

Module 5: Monitoring, Reporting, and Evaluation (MRE)

• Setting baselines and KPIs
• Behavioral change campaigns
• Institutionalizing DSM in national strategy

Training Approach

This course is delivered by our seasoned trainers who have vast experience as expert professionals in the respective fields of practice. The course is taught through a mix of practical activities, theory, group works and case studies.

Training manuals and additional reference materials are provided to the participants.

Certification

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued with a certificate.

Tailor-Made Course on Energy Efficiency and Demand Side Management

We can also do this as a tailor-made course to meet organization-wide needs. Contact us to find out more info@trainingsinkigali.com

Payment

The training fee covers tuition fees, learning materials, and training venue. Accommodation and airport transfer are arranged for our participants upon request.

Payment should be sent to our bank account before start of training and proof of payment sent to info@trainingsinkigali.com