EPC
Energy Performance Certificates
Energy Performance Certificates
Did you know that buildings produce nearly half of the UK's carbon emissions? That's almost twice that of cars and planes. The way a building is constructed, insulated, heated, ventilated and the type of fuel used, all contribute to its carbon emissions.
Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) are being introduced to help improve the energy efficiency of buildings.
If you are buying or selling a home you now need a certificate by law.
By October 2008 all buildings, whenever they are built, sold or rented out, will require one. The EPC provides 'A' to 'G' ratings for the building, with 'A' being the most energy efficient and 'G' being the least, with the average to date being 'D'.
Accredited energy assessors produce EPCs alongside an associated report which suggests improvements.