In the sequence of Pictures 10 – 18, it is presented the sequence of steps to be followed to use each one of the parts of the self-rating tool.
Picture 10. Self-rating tool step-by-step guide (Part 1)
On the homepage of SMEnergy, select ENERGY FOOTPRINT MANGEMENT SELF-RATING TOOL
Picture 11. Self-rating tool step-by-step guide (Part 2)
In ENERGY FOOTPRINT MANGEMENT SELF-RATING TOOL, you will have the option to go into the energy footprint management assessment tool (QUANTIFY YOUR COMPANY) or the associated theoretical knowledge self-rating tool (ASSESS YOUR KNOWLEDGE). First, the QUANTIFY YOUR COMPANY part will be explained. You can select from asset of three sectors. The Food and Beverage will be selected as an example.
Picture 12. Self-rating tool step-by-step guide (Part 3)
After selecting the target sector, you may select either the Horeca or Manufacturers options. The Horeca option will be selected as an example.
Picture 13. Self-rating tool step-by-step guide (Part 4)
After select the job position, you will have access to the self-rating tool. Select Next to go further
Table 14. Self-rating tool step-by-step guide (Part 5)
- Each question of the sector is associated to a type of energy using activity. For each one, you must select:
- The quantity of existing units of the energy-using activity (1 to 20) OR The amount of material to be processed in the energy-using activity in tons
- The number of hours per day of use of the mentioned energy-using activity (1 to 24) OR The distance travelled by a vehicle-type energy-using activity
The power scale of the energy-using activity (Low, Medium and High), which exists only for a set of energy-using activities
Picture 15. Self-rating tool step-by-step guide (Part 6)
After responding to each question, you will be presented with the results corresponding to energy footprint benchmarking. You may select Retake Quiz to repeat the questionnaire for the same sector.
Picture 16. Self-rating tool step-by-step guide (Part 7)
You may also have access to the ASSESS YOU KNOWLEDGE part of the tool, in which you will assess your knowledge related to the energy footprint concept.
Picrture 17. Self-rating tool step-by-step guide (Part 8)
Each question responds to a specific aspect associated to the energy footprint concept. You may select:
Yes (if you agree or are acknowledged on the subject)
No (if you do not agree or are not acknowledged on the subject)
Not sure (if you do not take any position)
Picture 18. Self-rating tool step-by-step guide (Part 9)
After responding to each question, you will be presented with the results corresponding to energy footprint benchmarking. You may select Retake Quiz to repeat the questionnaire for the same sector.
