A Management Systems Certification Body must be able to demonstrate its competence to assess and certify an energy management system that conforms to ISO 50001.

Its overall aim is to establish systems and processes that deliver significant reductions in energy use, resulting in an associated decrease in costs and greenhouse gas emissions, achieved through the systematic management of energy. The standard is consistent with the ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 management systems already adopted across industry, making it easier for organizations to integrate energy management into their broader efforts to improve quality and environmental management.

A Conformity Assessment Bodies applying for ISO 50001 accreditation must conform to ISO/IEC 17021, ISO 50003 and other additional International requirements as detailed in Specific Requirements for Accreditation for EnMS Scheme.