The PEIK energy audit in Geneva and Lausanne
1 - Introduction: theThe PEIK audit in Geneva and Lausanne
SMEs account for about one third of the total energy consumption of industry and services in Switzerland. Their energy consumption varies between CHF 20,000 and 300,000. SwitzerlandEnergy supports SMEs in reducing their energy consumption and helps them in their energy transition.
To this end, SwitzerlandEnergy has developed the PEIK audit. The PEIK programme was launched in 2001 by the Swiss government to encourage SMEs to exploit their energy efficiency potential more effectively without having to invest large sums of money.. It reduces energy costs and improves the image through sustainability. With immediate energy efficiency measures, you can reduce your company's energy costs by up to 15%.
It is well known that the most environmentally friendly energy is the one that is not produced. With this audit, you contribute to an economy that preserves the climate and biodiversity and thus gives a better image of the company to the general public.
2 - PEIK audit, how does it work?
Lighting, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, ... which energy renovation project will be the most efficient to implement? The simplest? The most economical in the long term? SuisseEnergie, the Swiss Federal Office of Energy's (SFOE) energy efficiency incentive programme, has set up the PEIK audits, which are specifically designed for SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises). This audit is carried out by certified specialists, in particular energy efficiency engineers (SuisseEnergie, 2022) like us.
3 - Satisfaction and energy savings
A satisfaction survey among SMEs that have benefited from a PEIK audit shows that 80% of clients are satisfied to very satisfied with the quality and results of the PEIK energy audit. Almost 70% of PEIK's clients state that their expectations regarding the savings potential have been exceeded.
The PEIK energy consultancy analyses the relevant energy sources of an SME and shows the savings potential. Over 94% have planned or implemented energy saving measures in their company.
4 - Example of PEIK application
With a few simple immediate measures, reductions in your company's energy consumption of 10-15% are possible. Typically, if you spend CHF 30,000 per year on fuel, heating and electricity, a 15% reduction in energy consumption means a saving of CHF 4,500.
5 - Example of actions and savings
Ventilation
Réduction des débits et heures de fonctionnement
Economies : Electricité: 10 – 80%, Chaleur: 5 – 50%
Payback: < 2 ans
Heating
Replacement of heat production
Savings: 5 - 75
Payback: 5 - 30 years
Lighting
Renovation with LED lighting
Savings: 50 - 90
Payback: 1 - 5 years
Solar photovoltaic
Installation for own consumption
Savings: 50 - 100
Payback: 4 - 8 years
6 - The stages of your project
Step 1: Inform
- The first step is to quickly and simply estimate the potential savings using:
- your electricity bills and consumption patterns.
- a free on-site visit to inspect the building.
- The first meeting with us is free and without obligation.
- An offer will be sent to you
Step 2: Audit report and planning
The PEIK audit report will be presented to you with the certification of a quality control by SuisseEnergie. The audit containing the measures, the necessary investments and the returns on investment will allow you to visualise the proposed solutions.
- Once the audit is completed, we will have the following specifications:
- draw up a balance sheet
- define the necessary investments
- setting priorities
- start implementation and save energy immediately.
- Discussion of the results and a proposal for support in creating a 2-5 year action plan with a financial contribution to the audit is also proposed.
- Finally, a contribution to the costs is suggested. This grant can be up to CHF 5,500.
Step 3: Support for implementation.
Based on the results of the audit and your needs, we will assist you in creating an action plan. This will allow us to target the measures to be carried out, the timescales and the Subsidies. The support is subsidised by SuisseEnergie up to 50% for 160 hours and over two years.
7 - The Subsidies
The Confederation and the Canton of Vaud offer Subsidies which covers up to 75% of the cost of the analysis:
- SuisseEnergie : 50% and max. CHF 2,500 directly as an invoice discount
- Canton of Vaud : subsidy max CHF 1,000 (amount adapted so that the total of the 2 Subsidies does not exceed 75% of the cost (excluding VAT) of the audit).
8 - Audit PEIK and Services Industriels de Lausanne
If your company is located in the communes of Lausanne, Saint-Suplice, Jouxten-Mézery, Prilly, Le Mont, Epalinges, Chalet-à-Gobet, Vers-Chez-Les-Blanc, Monte-Blesson and is served by the Services Industriels de Lausanne, the SIL, through the EquiWatt programme, is offering you CHF 2,000 if you have carried out work following the audit. The Subsidies accumulated to the audit amounts to 5'500.00 CHF.
9 - Audit PEIK and Services Industriels de Genève
Is your company located in the Canton of Geneva and is it served by the Service Industriels de Genève? The SIG, through the Eco21 - SME programme, offers you up to CHF 8,100 to support the implementation of actions.
10 - Conclusion: The PEIK audit in Geneva and Lausanne
Are your energy costs between 20,000 and 300,000 per year? Then the PEIK energy audit is the right thing for you. PEIK offers you a clear basis for decision making, freedom of choice and no barriers to entrepreneurship. With more than 100 audits carried out throughout Switzerland Romandie, we will help you solve your energy efficiency problems.
Financial support is provided by SuisseEnergie, the Canton of Vaud and Geneva, and the Services Industriels de Lausanne et de Genève. Thanks to the measures adopted, you will see your energy bills reduced. It is also a good lever in terms of brand image for the company: you can communicate your commitment to the energy transition and sustainable development.
Contact us to request a quote or for advice, we will get back to you as soon as possible.
