{"id":7274,"date":"2026-06-10T18:56:48","date_gmt":"2026-06-10T18:56:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/econoler.com\/?post_type=case_study&#038;p=7274"},"modified":"2026-06-10T18:56:49","modified_gmt":"2026-06-10T18:56:49","slug":"building-technical-capacity-for-energy-efficiency-standards-and-verifying-energy-savings-in-cuba","status":"publish","type":"case_study","link":"https:\/\/econoler.com\/en\/case-studies\/building-technical-capacity-for-energy-efficiency-standards-and-verifying-energy-savings-in-cuba\/","title":{"rendered":"Building Technical Capacity for Energy Efficiency Standards and Verifying Energy Savings in Cuba"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"wp-block-group wp-pattern__text-two-cols is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-blue-2-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Supporting national stakeholders as they modernize energy efficiency regulations and practices<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Implemented under UNIDO&#8217;s Support Programme for the Energy Sector in Cuba \u2013 Energy Efficiency and financed by the European Union, the project supported the Oficina Nacional para el Uso Racional de la Energ\u00eda (ONURE) and the Ministry of Energy and Mines (MINEM). Working closely with national counterparts, Econoler helped bridge international best practices with local priorities and realities, ensuring that recommendations and training activities were adapted to the Cuban context.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div style=\"height:var(--wp--preset--spacing--lg)\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-blue-1-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\">The assignment aimed to support the review and strengthening of existing and draft regulatory frameworks related to priority technologies, including lighting systems, industrial refrigeration, steam systems, and pumping systems, through technical recommendations and international best practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\">In addition, Econoler conducted M&amp;V assessments of five demonstration projects implemented under another component of the broader programme. We covered interventions at:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hotel Nacional<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oleohidr\u00e1ulica<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Textilera de Villa Clara<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Ministry of Energy and Mines (MINEM)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conformat<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div style=\"height:var(--wp--preset--spacing--lg)\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\">This M&amp;V work aimed to generate reliable evidence of energy savings, cost savings, demand reductions, and greenhouse gas emission reductions, supporting future decision-making and energy efficiency initiatives in Cuba.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group wp-pattern__color-spacer is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-blue-3-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-blue-3-background-color has-background wp-pattern__color-spacer__separator\"\/>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group wp-pattern__text-two-cols wp-pattern__text-two-cols--spacer-color-right is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Project Benefits: Building local expertise to drive informed energy efficiency decisions for years to come<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-green-1-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>The project enabled Cuban institutions and technical professionals to strengthen their ability to develop, implement, and assess energy efficiency initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Participants gained practical knowledge of international best practices for MEPS and EEL programs, energy performance analysis, and M&amp;V methodologies. Through hands-on training and the use of RETScreen Expert software, local specialists enhanced their capacity to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Evaluate energy efficiency projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Develop baselines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quantify savings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assess greenhouse gas emissions reductions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond acquiring technical skills, participants gained greater confidence in their ability to independently evaluate projects and contribute to the design and implementation of future energy efficiency initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div style=\"height:var(--wp--preset--spacing--lg)\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>For ONURE and MINEM, the project provided technical recommendations and regulatory insights that can support future improvements to energy efficiency standards and labelling programs. The knowledge and tools transferred through the project create a foundation that can continue supporting policy development and program implementation long after the assignment&#8217;s completion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-green-3-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-green-3-background-color has-background\"\/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group wp-pattern__color-spacer is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-blue-3-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-blue-3-background-color has-background wp-pattern__color-spacer__separator\"\/>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group wp-pattern__text-two-cols is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-blue-1-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Project Results: Turning technical assistance into measurable outcomes and strengthened institutional capacity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-grey-200-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>Econoler delivered specialized training sessions for more than <strong>40 professionals from across Cuba<\/strong>, strengthening national expertise in energy efficiency regulation, energy performance assessment, and Measurement and Verification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By bringing together professionals from different sectors and organizations, the training activities helped create a shared understanding of energy efficiency principles and evaluation methodologies across the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The project also supported the technical review of draft MEPS and EEL frameworks for priority technologies, providing recommendations informed by international best practices and market experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through rigorous Measurement and Verification assessments based on the IPMVP, <strong>Econoler verified annual energy savings of 648,588 kWh<\/strong> <strong>across the five pilot projects<\/strong>, using internationally recognized methodologies and the RETScreen Expert software. The analysis also quantified associated cost savings and greenhouse gas emissions reductions, providing a clear picture of the projects&#8217; impacts. To support long-term capacity development, two-year RETScreen Expert licenses were provided to Cuban stakeholders, enabling continued use of advanced energy modelling and project evaluation tools after the project&#8217;s completion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These verified results not only demonstrated the effectiveness of the projects themselves but also reinforced the importance of robust measurement practices in supporting evidence-based decision-making.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div style=\"height:var(--wp--preset--spacing--lg)\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group wp-pattern__color-spacer is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-green-3-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-green-3-background-color has-background wp-pattern__color-spacer__separator\"\/>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group wp-pattern__text-image has-blue-3-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column wp-pattern__text-image__image is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"3420\" height=\"2736\" src=\"https:\/\/econoler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/spencer-everett-4mtse39oqro-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7276\" srcset=\"https:\/\/econoler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/spencer-everett-4mtse39oqro-unsplash.jpg 3420w, https:\/\/econoler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/spencer-everett-4mtse39oqro-unsplash-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/econoler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/spencer-everett-4mtse39oqro-unsplash-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/econoler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/spencer-everett-4mtse39oqro-unsplash-800x640.jpg 800w, https:\/\/econoler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/spencer-everett-4mtse39oqro-unsplash-1200x960.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/econoler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/spencer-everett-4mtse39oqro-unsplash-1600x1280.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/econoler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/spencer-everett-4mtse39oqro-unsplash-2000x1600.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 3420px) 100vw, 3420px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column wp-pattern__text-image__content is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group wp-pattern__text-image__content__inner is-vertical is-content-justification-space-between is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b46f1e35 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group wp-pattern__text-image__content__title-text is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading wp-pattern__text-image__content__title-text__title has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-cf3b4135e7010b6f47b0d4a8925208c9\">Creating the conditions for continued progress through knowledge transfer and evidence-based action<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-pattern__text-image__content__title-text__text has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ffd11875e4c3c4c9e7974590f0feabcd\">The project leaves behind more than verified energy savings. It leaves behind stronger institutions, enhanced technical expertise, and a growing community of professionals equipped to advance energy efficiency across multiple sectors of the Cuban economy. It has strengthened the technical and institutional capabilities required to support future energy efficiency policies, programs, and investments in Cuba.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-pattern__text-image__content__title-text__text has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4b5951841ab4a6812043fa82f90d643d\">By combining regulatory advisory services, practical training, and rigorous Measurement and Verification expertise, Econoler helped establish a stronger foundation for evidence-based energy efficiency decision-making that can continue generating value well beyond the life of the project. This project demonstrates how targeted capacity building can create lasting impact \u2014 enabling organizations not only to implement energy efficiency measures, but also to measure, validate, and continuously improve their results over time.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group wp-pattern__text-image__content__link is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/econoler.com\/en\/services\/capacity-building\/\">Learn more about capacity building<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Equipping institutions with the tools, knowledge, and frameworks needed to advance energy 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