The PSEE improving energy efficiency in commercial and industrial companies

Overview

In June 2013, the NBI was awarded £8.6-million (more than R150-million) by the UK Government through its Department for International Development (DFID) to implement the PSEE as a countrywide programme of support for energy efficiency improvement in the private sector.

The programme is supported by the South African Department of Energy and technical support is provided by the Carbon Trust, leveraging its experience of similar programmes in the UK.  The NBI is a voluntary coalition of South African and multinational companies committed to working towards sustainable growth and development in South Africa.

1. Small businesses receive remote advice via help-desk services, workshops and publications.
2. Medium businesses have access to fully-funded four-day energy surveys and follow-up services, including longer term support in developing energy saving strategies. Last date to sign up: 31 September 2015.
3. Large businesses are provided with specialised energy audits (one per company) undertaken by specialist consultants and focusing on a specific system with significant energy savings potential, for example lighting; compressed air; heating, ventilation and air-conditioning; etc. These companies will also be assisted with measurement and verification to quantify savings achieved on such systems. This service is fully subsidised by the PSEE.