GUTcert took their successful Guide to build of an Energiemanagmentsystems already in October 2006 the GUTcert launched their successful guide, with an energy management system can be rebuilt in a few logical steps. The Federal Office for Economics and export control (BAFA) use this guide as a basis for his notes for the special compensation scheme for energy-intensive companies in accordance with 40 et seq. (EEG 2009), mainly used in the first phase of verification according to the EEG. In the summer of 2009 joined also the DIN EN 16001:2009 (energy management systems requirements with instructions to the application) into force. “It though does not include significant new requirements, should but as stand alone” management system be usable and in the scheme strictly to the environmental management system according to ISO 14001 leans. Were so in the guide some system-specific additional requirements, such as for example the definition of an energy policy, to complement compliance with used, training of staff, or to communicate. The GUTcert took these developments as an opportunity, their guide a lift”to undergo, and to publish it in a second edition. In structure, it follows establishing practical experience gathered in recent years.

The revised version of the guidance thus ensures both a systematic introduction of DIN EN 16001:2009 and at the same time full compliance with the requirements of the ACFA Factsheet to the article 41 EEG 2009. You not aims to prepare an organization necessarily on the implementation of and compliance with the standard. The recast will help instead (including SMEs) to be aware of the use of energy and therefore more geared to the real life of the companies / organizations. Gradually the users of the guide will be guided through three levels: situation analysis, to identify potential for first and use procedures introduce and adapt existing processes or integrate them, (if necessary) and engaged in a systematic and continuous process of improvement. Depending on the purpose of the undertaking, -size, concern or goal can be hold made on each level and lingers or climbed the next level. The guide can be obtained immediately through GUTcert.

Augsburg trade fair RENEXPO provides already for the 9th time updates know-how the interest in renewable energy sources as an important part of the future energy supply is undiminished. After the huge success the RENEXPO 2007 end of September is already a great interest on the part of the Exhibitor, to be again in 2008 in Augsburg. From October 9-12, 2008 all about renewable energy and energy efficiency in construction and renovation will rotate in the Augsburg exhibition already for the ninth time. The range of topics ranging from renovation of heating with Sun and wood to passive houses, block heat and power plants, mobility, heat pump, hydro power and wind power. One of the highlights is Germany’s largest special exhibition for energy generation from wood HolzEnergie with IHE. The entire value chain of wood energy, as well as news and trends of the wood energy industry are presented in Augsburg.

The leading Congress organised by the German bioenergy Association (BBE) for wood energy is Germany’s industry showcase and gives a comprehensive overview on politics, economy, and best practice. The IHE has established in the exhibition programme for the wood energy sector”was the unanimous conclusion by visitors and exhibitors of the IHE 2007. Themed regional and decentralized”the area of combined heat and power will be expanded in 2008. In cooperation with the Federal Association of combined heat and power, updates know-how is available on fair and Congress. Solar technology is also capitalized in Augsburg. Focus Sun is topic at the trade fair and Congress with latest developments and technologies related to photovoltaic, solar thermal and solar cooling. Export opportunities and new markets will be addressed here. Heat and enables high efficiency heat pump cool.

On the heat pump world”and the accompanying 4th Federal Congress meet heat pump manufacturers, installers and users each year in Augsburg for the exchange of experience. The exhibition area interGreenBuilding focuses on energy-efficient construction, modernisation and renovation. Manufacturers and service providers offer an overview Home Automation, ventilation, Windows and insulation, as well as complete passive houses in solid – wood construction. Internationally, Augsburg as industry get-together has made a name. The IBEF serves international business exchange forum for contacts and project preparation for economic and Government delegations from Thailand, China, Romania and Hungary. In addition to fair and Congress a wide free lecture programme the visitors.