What are the Spanish Energy Saving Certificates (CAES)?

What is an Energy Saving Certificate (EAC)?

CAES are financial instruments designed to certify and quantify the actions taken by companies and organizations to reduce their energy consumption and energy savings. These certificates represent standardized units of energy savings and are issued by competent authorities after evaluation and validation of specific projects.

One Energy Saving Certificate (CAE) It is a document that recognizes and certifies the actions implemented by companies or organizations to reduce their energy consumption. Certificates are issued as proof that concrete measures have been taken to improve energy efficiency, contributing to the conservation of resources and the mitigation of environmental impact.

How can I obtain an energy saving certificate for my company?

Obtaining a CAE involves the rigorous evaluation and verification of specific projects, from the implementation of more efficient technologies to the optimization of operational processes. This system of energy saving certificates not only recognises the efforts of entities in the search for more sustainable practices, but can also have economic implications by becoming tradable assets in some markets.

In essence, CAEs are tools that encourage the adoption of responsible business practices from the point of view of energy efficiency, aligning the objectives of organizations with the preservation of the environment and promoting energy efficiency as an integral part of business management.

Which companies need this energy certification?

Companies in various sectors can benefit from obtaining the CAES certificate system. Those that implement energy efficiency projects, from the renovation of lighting systems to the modernization of production processes, can seek certification. This includes manufacturing industries, transportation companies, companies in the service sector, and organizations committed to sustainability.

1. Energy-Intensive Industries: Sectors such as manufacturing, mining, metallurgy, and chemical production, which typically have high energy consumption, seek to optimize their processes to reduce costs and comply with environmental regulations.
2. Technology and Data Center Companies: Those that operate data centers, where efficient energy management is essential to ensure service continuity and reduce the carbon footprint.
3. Real Estate and Construction Sector: Companies that develop, manage or renovate buildings, since energy efficiency has become a key criterion in sustainable construction.
4. Service Companies: Including sectors such as hospitality, transportation, and utilities, where energy efficiency not only reduces operating costs, but also improves brand image.
5. Large Corporations and Multinationals: Companies with a global reach, seeking to comply with environmental standards, reduce regulatory risks and improve their sustainable profile to customers and shareholders.
6. Transport companies: Urban, interurban, maritime, and air transport companies, which periodically renew their fleet, are also generators of CAE's.
7. Government Entities and Public Organizations: In some cases, government institutions may also seek to obtain CAEs as part of broader energy efficiency and emissions reduction initiatives.

Obligations and Benefits of the CAES System:

Obligations:

• Detailed Documentation: Obtaining CAES involves the preparation of detailed documentation, by specialized companies approved by the Ministry (Delegated Subject), which demonstrates the effectiveness of the measures implemented and the energy savings they entail.
•  Verification of Documentation: Verification of calculations by a company accredited by the Ministry (Verifier) is also necessary
• Rigorous Monitoring: Companies must follow a rigorous follow-up of the standards and methodologies established for the evaluation and measurement of energy savings.

Proceeds:

• Contribution to Sustainability: CAES reinforce companies' commitment to sustainability and emissions reduction, aligning them with environmental objectives.
• Economic Incentives: In addition to environmental benefits, CAES can become tradable assets, providing economic incentives for businesses.

The Role of Energy and Sustainability Consultancies:

Consultancies specialising in energy and sustainability such as SOCOTEC play a crucial role in obtaining CAES for companies.

Energy Saving Certificates (CAES) are more than a regulatory requirement; They represent a strategic opportunity for companies to demonstrate their commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability.

Collaborate with Specialized Consultancies, as SOCOTEC, becomes a strategic step to efficiently navigate this process, ensuring economic benefits and contributing to sustainable development on the way to a more responsible energy future.

Benefit from Energy Efficient Certificates (CAES)

In order to process the CAES, it is necessary to have the help of an official delegated subject. SOCOTEC has been accredited as a delegated subject of the Energy Saving Certificates system by the Ministry for the Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge.