For over 16 years the Energy Performance of Buildings (EPB) framework has been a cornerstone in the UK’s efforts to improve building energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions. However, with the increasing focus on energy costs and the evolving landscape around climate change, notably the Government’s target of reaching net zero by 2050, necessitated a
If you have experience in owning or occupying a building, you probably have had to get an EPC, DEC (if it is a public sector building) or an Air Conditioning Inspection (TM44) for it. The UK Government has announced they have opened a Consultation on the Energy Performance of Building reforms (EPB). This consultation is
The Government has a vision for a reformed EPB framework that enhances progress already made in improving the overall framework that supports EPCs. This reform aims to improve EPCs, DECs and TM44 inspections and update the framework to reflect modern policy objectives, make the regulation work better for businesses, and ensure the system works for
In 2018 under the Conservative government, a new legal standard for minimum energy efficiency was applied to rented commercial buildings, making it unlawful to rent or lease a commercial property with an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating below an E. From 1 April 2023, the rules covered all privately rented non-domestic properties. Despite the current
For many businesses, acquiring a Commercial Energy Performance Certificate is simply a tick box exercise they are required to complete. However, in today’s environmentally conscious market, energy efficiency is not just a buzzword, it is a business imperative, with EPCs at the forefront of this movement. EPC certifications and reports provide a measurable way to
Lately, we have been answering lots of enquiries about DECs and EPCs, so we have decided to put them head to head to help you determine when you might need one and not the other. Both DECs and EPCs were introduced in 2008. These certificates rate the energy performance of buildings but are required in
Much like the multi-coloured sticker on a new appliance, an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rates how energy efficient a building is using grades from A (very efficient) to G (inefficient). It is a certificate that would-be buyers or tenants get when they look at a property. EPC for commercial properties act as a guide to
In 2002 the EU Directive on the energy performance of buildings was introduced. The notion was to make people aware of the impact of climate change and reduce the energy consumption of buildings and carbon emissions. The principle behind the Energy Performance of Buildings Regulations (EPBR) is to make the energy efficiency of a building
In the run-up to the enforcement of the new Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) and since its implementation, we have been busy working with clients to ensure they are compliant with the new regulations. Buildings with an Asset Rating of an F or G cannot be leased out to new tenants; unless energy efficiency improvements
What is a Non-Domestic EPC? An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rates how energy efficient a building is. The certificate will tell you three key pieces of information: firstly, it will grade the building for efficiency from A to G (A is the most efficient grade); secondly it will give suggestions for improving the efficiency of
Last year was another busy year for the Energy Services team, delivering over 750 Display Energy Certificates (DECs) to our clients. Our client base is extensive and reflects the expertise the department has in delivering the certificates to different sectors, with clients including hospitals, universities, schools, museums, local and central government buildings and leisure centres.
From April 2018, a new legal standard for minimum energy efficiency will apply to rented commercial buildings. These changes will make it unlawful to rent or lease a commercial property with an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating below an E. This will expand to include all privately rented property from 1st April 2023. What is
