Agriculture Energy Assessment
Badge awarded to
Colby Monkley
Issued on 10 Oct 2025 by
Holland College
Description:
Federal and provincial governments across Canada are committed to supporting the agriculture industry in optimizing its energy use. There is a growing demand for energy auditors who possess a working understanding of energy use in agriculture. This training program is designed to equip energy auditors with the knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to effectively assess and improve energy efficiency on farms. Participants will learn to identify energy conservation measures, conduct basic energy assessments, and provide actionable recommendations to improve energy efficiency, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and enhance farm resilience. The program supports Canada's net-zero future and addresses the unique energy challenges in agriculture.
Issuer
Holland College
info@hollandcollege.com
Holland College is the provincial community college for the Canadian province of Prince Edward Island (PEI).
Criteria
Learning Competency
By the end of this training, learners will be able to:
- Complete an energy assessment for primary agricultural producers
- Develop a plan with prioritizing recommendations and predicted cost savings.
Success Criteria
The assessment for this microcredential will require learners to demonstrate the ability to:
- Perform a farm energy audit
- Compose an Energy Audit and Management document including all required audit components and recommendations, financial considerations, and assessor notes.
- Justify the selection of energy-saving strategies and projects that align best with farmers’ priorities and offer the best ROI.
