Diseño de un plan de eficiencia energética conforme a la norma ISO 50001 y los principios del desarrollo sostenible en empresa de transporte público de pasajeros en Medellín

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to conduct an energy audit of a public passenger transport company located in Medellín, Colombia, to establish a baseline for energy consumption, identify critical processes, and propose improvement actions to strengthen energy efficiency in its operations, in accordance with the ISO 50001:2018 standard. To this end, average monthly energy consumption was analyzed, the processes with the greatest impact were categorized, and indirect CO2e emissions associated with energy use were estimated. The analysis allowed for the proposal of improvement strategies focused on optimizing the energy load of electric buses, modernizing lighting systems, and strengthening energy awareness among staff. Furthermore, the study contributes to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals by promoting more efficient energy use and helping to reduce the carbon footprint of the operation. These findings demonstrate that the implementation of energy management systems (EnMS) provides a robust foundation for future research aligned with the ISO 50001 standard.