This unit describes the skills and knowledge required by an individual to identify opportunities for, and make improvements in, sustainable energy practices in an organisation. This includes efficient use of raw materials, management of waste, electricity conservation, heat conservation and management, water management, environment protection and environment obligations of organisations.The unit involves analysis of energy used in processes and operations and categorising the energy use according to lean principles. The unit covers categorising energy into necessary use and muda (waste) with the muda being further categorised into necessary muda and unnecessary muda. Strategies for eliminating or minimising energy muda are covered with cost benefit analyses being required for strategies.This unit applies to a manager, technical specialist or similar who is required to use problem solving, initiative, planning and organising skills to develop plans for efficient energy use. No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.