Following a successful audit in the summer of 2026, Fraunhofer IZM was certified according to ISO 50001. ISO 50001 is an international standard for energy management systems. It helps organizations systematically track their energy consumption, identify potential savings, and continuously improve their energy-related performance.

With this certification, Fraunhofer IZM lives up to its role as a model research institution. A particular challenge lies in efficiently operating energy-intensive research infrastructures without compromising the quality and effectiveness of the research.

In this way, Fraunhofer IZM not only meets legal requirements; the certification also serves as an incentive to further strengthen energy awareness among all employees and to jointly tap into additional savings potential.