UNI CEI 11339:2023 certification - Energy Management Expert (EME)

The UNI CEI 11339 certification attests to the requirements for obtaining the professional qualification of an Energy Management Expert (EME). This certification recognizes individuals who possess the knowledge, experience, and ability to:

- Promote and manage the rational use of energy with the goal of improving energy performance levels.

- Conduct energy audits in compliance with UNI CEI EN 16247 parts 1-4.

This certification is indispensable for those working in the energy management sector, as it specifically requires qualified operators to be certified by third-party companies.

Regulatory Focus

The new UNI CEI 11339:2023 standard introduces changes that address legislative and market needs, aligning with Law no. 4/2013 on unregulated professions and Legislative Decree no. 102/2014 (subsequently updated by Legislative Decree no. 73/2020). These updates aim to clarify and define the role of the EME (Expert in Energy Management), with a particular focus on energy audit activities, and to ensure greater uniformity and transparency in third-party assessments.

Certification Procedure

The certificate will be issued following the successful outcome of an examination consisting of:

• a written exam with closed-ended questions
• a second written exam composed of case studies
• an oral examination with open-ended questions.

The examination methods are strictly defined in the 11339:2023 standard. 

The certification lasts five years. The number of applications and case studies is different depending on the certification request:

• only for the civil sector
• only for the industrial sector
• for both sectors
• to add a second sector for those already certified for one of the two.

Why RINA?

For staff certification, RINA operates under ACCREDIA accreditation according to UNI CEI EN ISO/IEC 17024.
We guarantee a widespread presence throughout Italy, with structures configured for conducting test examinations, and qualified technicians for the training and evaluation of candidates.
Our long-standing experience in staff certification, coupled with constant collaboration with energy operators, makes RINA a valuable partner in this field.

Q&A

Who can apply for certification?
Subjects who can apply for certification are in possession of specific requirements as per sectoral standards, relating to the training course and the work experience in the sector for which they are certified (civil and/or industrial).

Is there a single certification?
The certification is single from the point of view of the requirements, but in the application for certification you must specify, based on your work experience, in which sector (civil/industrial) you want to proceed. You can either certify for both at the same time or integrate the second sector at a later time.