Program Overview
This program recognizes the professionals, organizations, and partners who go beyond basic energy stewardship through a rigorous evaluation of the core 18 Roles & Responsibilities of an Energy Manager in 2025.
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Final Selection Weighting
To ensure a balanced selection process that values both technical excellence and community impact, final scores are calculated as follows:
· 70% Merit Score: Determined by the judging panel’s evaluation of the nomination worksheet.
· 30% Membership Vote: A TEMA membership-wide vote held after the nominees are announced.
Award Categories & Eligibility
Select the category that best represents your impact in 2025. Each category uses a specialized nomination worksheet:
1. Energy Manager of the Year
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Focus: Individual leadership, technical mastery, and moral character.
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Worksheet: Direct Execution
2. Energy Program of the Year
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Focus: Organizational culture, internal/external partnerships, and long-term sustainability.
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Worksheet: Direct Execution
3. Energy Project of the Year
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Focus: Technical implementation, innovation, and measurable efficiency gains.
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Worksheet: Technical Outcome
4. Energy Partner of the Year
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Focus: Reliability, client experience, and supporting TEMA member growth.
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Worksheet: Enabling Support
The Evaluation Framework: The 18 Roles and Responsibilities
Merit is evaluated across 18 core roles, grouped into four strategic pillars:
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Strategy & Governance: Policy, Committees, and Long-range Planning.
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Technical Operations & Quality: Audits, Maintenance, and Commissioning.
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Financial & Resource Management: Budgeting, Contracts, and M&V.
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Engagement & Education: Training, Communication, and Evaluation.
How to Nominate
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Review the Standards: [Link to Full 18 Roles Rubric]
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Select Your Category: Choose the appropriate worksheet for your entry.
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Gather Evidence: Collect quantitative data (EUI, ROI) and qualitative stories.
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Submit: Address all 18 roles in your narrative to maximize your score.
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