Accreditations

Our Accreditations & Recognised Partnerships

At IEPA, we are proud to be a trusted and accredited training provider serving Sub-Saharan Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands. Our accreditations reflect our commitment to quality, compliance, and global standards in energy training and certification.

We work closely with internationally and nationally recognised bodies to ensure that our training remains relevant, credible, and accessible to professionals across the region.


International Recognition:

As the official Sub-Saharan Africa Training Partner of the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE®), IEPA is proud to offer globally recognised professional certifications that empower energy professionals to lead in sustainability, efficiency, and innovation.

AEE certifications are internationally respected and recognised by governments, utilities, and multinational organisations across more than 100 countries. These credentials serve as a benchmark of excellence for individuals and companies committed to improving energy performance and achieving climate goals.

IEPA offers the following AEE Certifications, which carries AEE Renewal Credits and CPD Credits:

  • Certified Energy Manager (CEM®)

  • Certified Energy Auditor (CEA®)

  • Certified Measurement & Verification Professional (CMVP®)

  • Business Energy Professional (BEP®)

  • Certified Industrial Energy Professional (CIEP®)

  • Certified Lighting Efficiency Professional (CLEP®)

  • Certified Water Efficiency Professional (CWEP®)

  • Renewable Energy Professional (REP®)

  • Certified Solar PV Professional (SPVP®)

  • Energy Efficiency Practitioner (EEP™)

  • Professional Certification Facilitator (PCF™)

These certifications open doors to career advancement, global mobility, and leadership in energy strategy, technical performance, and sustainable development.

Partner Institutions & Collaborations

IEPA proudly collaborates with a diverse network of public and private stakeholders committed to transforming Africa’s energy landscape through accredited training, skills development, and regulatory compliance support.

Our partnerships strengthen the quality, reach, and impact of our programmes — creating real-world opportunities for youth, professionals, and government stakeholders.

Education & Training Partners

IEPA partners with leading TVET colleges and universities across South Africa to implement practical, accredited training programmes that align with QCTO qualifications and national energy strategies:

  • College of Cape Town (Pinelands Campus)
  • Ekurhuleni East TVET College (Springs Campus)
  • Nkangala TVET College
  • Ehlanzeni TVET College
  • Gert Sibande TVET College
  • eThekwini TVET College
  • Durban University of Technology (DUT)
  • University of Johannesburg (UJ)
  • Resolution Circle / UJ PEETS
  • University of Venda (Thohoyandou)

These institutions are supported through lecturer upskilling, student mentoring, practical assessments, and QCTO-aligned programme delivery.

Government & Strategic Collaborations

  • LEDET – Limpopo Economic Development, Environment & Tourism
    Partner in IEPA’s first three student programmes, pioneering energy efficiency training and mentoring for youth in the Limpopo province.
  • Gauteng Department of Infrastructure Development (GDID)
    Hosts for EPC Practitioner learners conducting real building assessments and supporting provincial compliance with EPC regulations.
  • KwaZulu-Natal (EPC Pilot Programme)
    Partner for student training, mentoring, and job placement through TVET collaboration.
  • Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET)
    Support for integration of occupational qualifications into national skills development strategies.
  • Department of Mineral Resources and Energy / Department of Electricity and Energy
    Strategic partner in regulatory alignment and support of training for the evolving energy workforce.

Development Agencies & Energy Sector Partners

Our programmes are powered by trusted national and international funders and energy sector stakeholders:

  • EWSETA – Energy and Water Sector Education and Training Authority
  • GIZ South Africa, Lesotho & eSwatini
  • GIZ Uganda
  • GIZ Ghana
  • GIZ Nigeria
  • SECO – Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs
  • UNDP South Africa
  • UNDP Tanzania
  • SANEDI – South African National Energy Development Institute
  • LEDET – Limpopo Economic Development, Environment and Tourism
  • SAEEC – Southern African Association for Energy Efficiency
  • EASA – Energy Services Companies South Africa
  • AREP – Association for Renewable Energy Practitioners

Together, these partnerships enable IEPA to deliver demand-driven, work-integrated learning opportunities for South Africa’s next generation of energy professionals, while supporting national policy objectives for energy efficiency, renewable energy, and sustainability.