The main aim of the IME GSEVEE initiative titled ‘Training and certification of knowledge and skills in energy saving in selected construction sector professions’ was to train 1,500 construction industry professionals in energy saving techniques. Between June 2018 and November 2021, 1,467 professionals participated in 69 subsidized vocational training programmes lasting 50 hours each. The training programmes were delivered remotely using distance learning methodologies, including the use of training manuals, an e-Learning platform, a help desk, educational materials, case studies, virtual work scenarios and educational mentoring. 1,379 trainees passed the certification exams and were certified to ISO/IEC 17024 standard.