EED Energy Audit

The EED energy audit is a mandatory energy audit for large enterprises under the European Energy Efficiency Directive (EED). This audit must be carried out at least once every four years and aims to provide insight into the company's energy consumption and identify opportunities for energy savings.

Large enterprises are defined as companies with more than 250 employees, or with an annual turnover exceeding €50 million and a balance sheet total exceeding €43 million. The audit must be conducted by a certified energy expert and comply with the requirements of the Act implementing EU energy efficiency measures (Wet uitvoering EU-handelingen energie-efficiëntie).

Requirements

  • Scope: The audit applies to large enterprises as defined in EU Recommendation 2003/361/EC (>250 employees or turnover >€50 million and balance sheet total >€43 million).
  • Frequency: The audit must be carried out at least once every four years.
  • Certified auditor: The audit must be conducted by a recognized and certified energy expert.
  • Coverage: The audit must map the total energy consumption of the company, including buildings, processes, and transport.
  • Reporting: A detailed audit report with savings opportunities and recommendations must be prepared.

Procedure

  • Select auditor: Select a certified energy expert who meets the legal requirements (e.g., recognized by RVO or a comparable certification body).
  • Conduct audit: The auditor performs a thorough analysis of energy consumption and identifies savings opportunities.
  • Receive report: You receive an audit report with recommendations for energy-saving measures.
  • Registration: In some cases, the execution of the audit must be registered or reported to the supervisor (e.g., RVO).
  • Repetition: Repeat the audit at least once every four years to continue meeting the legal obligation.

Exceptions

  • ISO 50001 or EMAS: Companies with a certified energy management system according to ISO 50001 or EMAS are exempt from the obligation to conduct a separate energy audit.
  • SMEs: Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are not required to carry out an EED energy audit.