Industrial Training

The industrial sector represents a substantial 40% of the Midwest's energy efficiency potential, presenting a significant opportunity for highly cost-effective energy savings. To tap into this potential, it is essential to provide, promote, and utilize energy efficiency training for the industrial workforce. Strengthening the credentials of Midwest manufacturing professionals in industrial energy efficiency is crucial for overcoming existing barriers and capturing potential savings. 

There are numerous formal trainings, certification programs, and degree options available for those seeking to enhance their expertise in industrial energy efficiency. MEEA is actively involved in this area and continually seeks to expand its work in industrial energy efficiency. Below, we highlight MEEA's initiatives as well as well-known industrial certification offerings from distinguished organizations.


MEEA’s Industrial Energy Efficiency Work

In 2022, MEEA was awarded funding from the Department of Energy to establish the Midwest Industrial Energy Training Network (Network).  With an initial pilot focusing on manufacturing facilities in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky and Michigan, the Network will focus on providing technical assistance and training services to small to medium-sized manufacturers to help them adopt state-of-the-art energy management practices and integrate the latest smart manufacturing technologies into their existing energy management systems. This energy-efficient, smart manufacturing model aims to expand regional energy management systems, operationalize smart manufacturing and prepare a diverse workforce to revitalize the nation’s manufacturing center.

MEEA has partnered with the Department of Energy's Industrial Assessment Centers in the pilot states, alongside APTIM, to develop comprehensive training materials and provide technical assistance to industrial facilities.  As part of this effort, MEEA will develop a Network website. This platform will serve as an online learning hub for manufacturers, offering micromodule trainings, a repository of tailored resources, networking opportunities with industry organizations, and access to technical assistance services.

The end goal of the pilot is to provide training and technical assistance services to 150 individuals in at least 50 facilities across the four states, with particular attention given to historically underserved communities. To achieve this, MEEA has formed partnerships with diverse stakeholders, including MEEA members, government agencies, utilities, energy service providers, community-based organizations and manufacturing associations.
For those interested in becoming a part of this valuable network as stakeholders, MEEA encourages you to connect with technical manager, Joe Ricchiuto.

Certified Practitioner in Energy Management Systems 

The Certified Practitioner in Energy Management Systems (CP EnMS) certification provides energy professionals with the ability to lead an industrial organization through the development and maintenance of an energy management system, meeting ISO 50001 requirements and prepare for Superior Energy Performance (SEP) certification. 

Why become CP EnMS certified?  

  • Enhance your job skills and competitiveness – Gain an ANSI-accredited emerging credential in the energy efficiency marketplace. 
  • Help organizations meet ISO 50001 requirements – Build the foundation needed for organizations to develop a Superior Energy Performance plan. 
  • Save energy and money through an effective energy management plan – Prepare organizations for future success in the energy marketplace. 
  • Join a professional certification directory – Interested companies can search for CPEnMS-certified professionals through the U.S. Department of Energy. 

Want to become certified?  

  • Georgia Tech Professional Education is licensed to offer 50001 CP EnMS training; both online training and classroom training is available. This training is recommended to prepare for the exam, but not required.
  • The Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) administers the exam and certification.

Certified Industrial Energy Professional Training

The Certified Industrial Energy Professional (CIEP) training equips energy professionals with the knowledge and skills to optimize energy use within industrial facilities, focusing on energy-efficient technologies and practices.

Why become CIEP certified?

  • Enhance your job skills and competitiveness – Gain a recognized credential in the energy efficiency marketplace from the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE).
  • Improve industrial energy management – Learn to implement and manage energy-efficient technologies and practices in industrial settings.
  • Save energy and money – Help industrial facilities reduce energy consumption and costs through effective energy management strategies.
  • Join a professional certification directory – Interested companies can search for CIEP-certified professionals through the AEE.

Want to become certified?

The Certified Industrial Energy Professional (CIEP) training is available through the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE). This training is recommended to prepare for the exam but is not required. The AEE administers the exam and certification.

For more information and to enroll in the training, visit the AEE website.