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ISO 50001What are the benefits?

What does ISO 50001 deliver?

ISO 50001 costs money and time, but it also delivers results. The standard from the International Organization for Standardization  helps you save energy in a structured way. These are the concrete benefits, from savings to subsidies and compliance. Want to get started right away? Then see the step-by-step plan.

ISO 50001 energy savings: 10-20%

Companies that implement ISO 50001 achieve an average of 10-20% energy savings within 3 years. These savings keep coming.

Example: a manufacturer with €400k in annual energy costs:

  • First year: 8% saving = €32k
  • Second year: +6% = €24k extra
  • Third year: +4% = €16k extra
  • Total after 3 years: €72k saved

Implementation costs: €30k-€50k. Payback period: 1-2 years.

Subsidies and tax benefits with ISO 50001

ISO 50001 is not a condition for subsidies, but it increases your chances of success. You show that investments are part of a structured plan.

EIA (Energie-investeringsaftrek, Energy Investment Allowance)  You can deduct 45.5% of your investment in energy-saving measures from your taxable profit. On a €100k investment, that is a tax benefit of about €12k.

SDE++  A subsidy for sustainable energy. ISO 50001 companies score higher on applications.

Lower energy tax Some energy-intensive companies qualify for a reduced rate.

For the full overview, see subsidies and benefits.

Public tenders and customers with ISO 50001

Public tenders: More and more tenders, mainly from government, award points for ISO 50001. Without certification, you miss out on bids.

Customer requirement: Large buyers increasingly require ISO 50001 from their suppliers, especially in supply chains with sustainability goals.

CSRD reporting

Companies that are subject to CSRD must report on energy. ISO 50001 provides the data you need (EnPIs, consumption per process). One system, two outcomes.

From 2027, energy management is mandatory for large companies. ISO 50001 complies with the EED directive. An alternative is an energy audit every 4 years.

Next step

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