All properties in the UK must have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) when they are sold, built or rented.
The certificate records how energy efficient a building is by rating it from 'A' (most efficient) to 'G' (least efficient). It also includes a report giving recommendations for improvement. Each improvement includes the indicative payback period and carbon impact.
The rating is based on the performance of the building and its services, for example heating, rather than the appliances within it. This is known as an asset rating.
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Improve the energy performance of your buildings
As concern over climate change becomes widespread, the government is introducing measures to improve the energy efficiency of buildings. These initiatives include introducing Energy Performance Certificates for buildings, requiring large public buildings to exhibit Display Energy Certificates (DECs), requiring inspections for air conditioning systems, and giving advice and guidance on boiler use.
This guide provides an overview of issues relating to the energy performance of buildings. It covers the benefits of improving the energy performance of your building, inspections for air conditioning systems and the government's energy advice programme for heating and hot water systems.
In the UK, buildings are responsible for almost 50 per cent of energy consumption and carbon emissions.
This guide provides an overview of issues relating to the energy performance of buildings. It covers the benefits of improving the energy performance of your building, inspections for air conditioning systems and the government's energy advice programme for heating and hot water systems.
In the UK, buildings are responsible for almost 50 per cent of energy consumption and carbon emissions.
Benefits of improving the energy performance of buildings
There are several reasons why you should reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions to improve the energy performance of your buildings - from cost savings to assisting future generations to live in a greener world. How your building is built, heated and ventilated and the type of fuel you use all contribute to its energy consumption and carbon emissions.
Comply with Legislation
The government is likely to implement more initiatives to regulate the energy consumption of businesses. You will find it easier - and save money - if your business is prepared for these changes and is already as energy efficient as possible.
If you have new premises built or you make significant alterations to your existing premises, your builders must adhere to standards for the energy performance of buildings laid out in the building regulations.
If you have new premises built or you make significant alterations to your existing premises, your builders must adhere to standards for the energy performance of buildings laid out in the building regulations.