Energy Assessor Science & Engineering Technicians
SaveWhat Does an Energy Assessor Do?
Energy assessors determine the energy performance of buildings. They create an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) which indicates what the estimated energy consumption of a property is. Furthermore they give advice on how to improve energy conservation.
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Where Do I Start?
Electricity Market
The trends and major driving factors in the electricity trading market, electricity trades methodologies and practice, and the identification of the major stakeholders in the electricity sector.
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These are common skills for this role. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box — use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become an Energy Assessor
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialElectricity Market knowledge
The trends and major driving factors in the electricity trading market, electricity trades methodologies and practice, and the identification of the major stakeholders in the electricity sector.
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EssentialRenewable Energy Technologies knowledge
The different types of energy sources which cannot be depleted, such as wind, solar, water, biomass, and biofuel energy. The different technologies used to implement these types of energy to …
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EssentialDomestic Heating Systems knowledge
The modern and traditional heating systems alimented by gas, wood, oil, biomass, solar power and other renewable energy sources and their energy saving principles.
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EssentialElectricity Consumption knowledge
The different factors which are involved in the calculation and estimation of electricity consumption in a residence or facility, and methods in which electricity consumption can be lowered or made …
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EssentialEnergy Efficiency knowledge
Field of information concerning the reduction of the use of energy. It encompasses calculating the consumption of energy, providing certificates and support measures, saving energy by reducing the demand, encouraging …
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EssentialEnergy Performance Of Buildings knowledge
Factors that contribute to lower energy consumption of buildings. Building and renovation techniques used to achieve this. Legislation and procedures regarding energy performance of buildings.
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EssentialAdvise On Heating Systems Energy Efficiency skill
Provide information and advice to clients on how to preserve an energy efficient heating system in their home or office and possible alternatives.
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EssentialAdvise On Utility Consumption skill
Advise individuals or organisations on methods in which they can reduce their consumption of utilities, such as heat, water, gas, and electricity, in order for them to save money and …
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EssentialAnalyse Energy Consumption skill
Evaluate and analyse the total amount of energy used by a company or an institution by assessing the needs linked to the operative processes and by identifying the causes of …
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EssentialCarry Out Energy Management Of Facilities skill
Contribute to develop effective strategies for energy management and making sure that these are sustainable for buildings. Review buildings and facilities to identify where improvements can be made in energy …
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EssentialCompose Energy Performance Contracts skill
Prepare and review contracts that describe the energy performance while making sure they comply with legal requirements.
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EssentialConduct Energy Audit skill
Analyse and evaluate the energy consumption in a systematic manner in order to improve the energy performance.
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Optional Skills (5 of 8 displayed)
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OptionalSolar Energy knowledge
The energy which originates from light and heat from the sun, and which can be harnessed and used as a renewable source of energy using different technologies, such as photovoltaics …
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OptionalIdentify Energy Needs skill
Identify the type and amount of energy supply necessary in a building or facility, in order to provide the most beneficial, sustainable, and cost-effective energy services for a consumer.
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OptionalPromote Environmental Awareness skill
Calculate the carbon footprint of business processes and other practices in order to promote sustainability and to raise awareness for the environmental impact.
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OptionalPromote Sustainable Energy skill
Promote the use of renewable electricity and heat generation sources to organisations and individuals, in order to work towards a sustainable future and encourage sales of renewable energy equipment, such …
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OptionalProvide Information On Solar Panels skill
Provide organisations and individuals searching for alternative methods to provide facilities and residences with energy on the costs, benefits, and negative aspects of the installation and use of solar panels, …
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OptionalProvide Information On Wind Turbines skill
Provide organisations and individuals searching for alternative energy methods on the cost, benefits, and negative aspects of the installation and use of wind turbines, both residential and common, and what …
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OptionalProvide Information skill
Ensure quality and correctness of provided information, depending on the type of audience and context.
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OptionalProvide Information On Geothermal Heat Pumps skill
Provide organisations and individuals searching for alternative methods to provide buildings with energy on the cost, benefits, and negative aspects of the installation and use of geothermal heat pumps for …
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