Strengthening Resilience For EECA Compliance And Cost Savings

Strengthening Resilience for EECA Compliance and Cost Savings

11th April 2025

Optimal Systems Engineering Sdn Bhd (OPTIMISE) recently successfully conducted an In-House Workshop on Strengthening Organisational Resilience for EECA Compliance on March 10–11, 2025 at Carsem (M) Sdn Bhd – S-Site. The workshop brought together 22 industry professionals for an intensive and practical training session focused on preparing businesses for compliance with the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act (EECA) 2024 and driving strategic energy management.

Expert-Led Training for Real-World Impact

The workshop was led by industry-leading experts:

- - Prof. Ir. Ts. Dr. Zainuddin Abd Manan
  - Assoc. Prof. Ir. Dr. Lim Jeng Shiun

With years of industry experience, the trainers guided participants through a structured and customised interactive program designed to enhance operational efficiency and organisational resilience in the face of evolving energy regulations.

Key Highlights

The two-day session provided a comprehensive roadmap to mastering EECA compliance, covering:

- - The key components and business implications of the EECA 2024
  - Establishing an Energy Management System (EnMS), including setting energy performance indicators (EnPIs) and energy baselines based on EECA guideline.
  - Implementing the 6P Energy Sustainability Transformation (Energy-STAR) Program to drive innovation and competitive advantage.
  - “Energy efficiency and Conservation for All” staff of an organization to reduce costs and improve environmental performance
  - Life cycle, cost-benefit analysis of implementing energy efficiency measures

A Dynamic & Engaging Learning Experience

The workshop combined theory with hands-on exercises, enabling participants to apply their learning to real-world scenarios. The interactive sessions encouraged knowledge-sharing and collaboration among participants, fostering a deeper understanding of how to drive energy savings and operational improvements.

Feedback from Industry Professionals

Participants expressed high satisfaction with the workshop’s structure and content:

“Very good learning and hands-on session for EECA compliance and life cycle cost, etc., taught in the class.”

— Nor Faridah Binti Harun (ESH Section Head)

“The EECA Compliance Training Course is a good training and awareness session for industries like Carsem to strengthen organizational adaptability on energy consumption with the implementation of an Energy Management System.“

— Michelle (Maintenance Engineer)

Empowering Industries for a Sustainable Future

The workshop underscored the critical role of energy efficiency and compliance in strengthening business resilience and competitiveness. By adopting the Energy-STAR framework, participants are now better equipped to:

- - Identify and implement energy-saving opportunities
  - Reduce greenhouse gas emissions
  - Enhance overall operational efficiency.

The event concluded with a certificate presentation ceremony, acknowledging the commitment and engagement of participants. The success of this workshop reflects the growing recognition of energy efficiency as a key driver of business performance and sustainability in a rapidly evolving regulatory environment.

This workshop marks a significant step toward empowering industries with the knowledge and tools to achieve compliance with the EECA 2024 and drive a strategic and sustainable energy management program. With increasing regulatory pressure and rising energy costs, the insights and strategies gained from this workshop position participants to navigate future challenges confidently while enhancing operational resilience and sustainability.

Interested in joining our next sessions? Check out our upcoming workshops here: