Energy management expert system (EMEXS): Proposal of computer application

Abstract

Today's organizations face complex expectations for energy savings. Many papers address aspects of how energy efficiency can be improved, but dominated by a technical perspective. The minority of studies picked up organizational aspect of energy management. This paper proposes an energy management expert system EMEXS in form of a computer application, based on the maturity model known in the literature, as one specific energy strategy model with innovative focus, based on contemporary trends which suggest the implementation of information and communication technology. The paper describes EMEXS system and its implementation challenges and opportunities. Also, the paper proposes some directions for future testing and measuring effects of applying.

Keywords

• energy management
• expert system
• energy management software
• computer application