Energy Performance Certificates

The legislation for Energy Performance Directive was passed by Parliament towards the end of 2007 after a lengthy process to comply with European initiatives on sustainable development and reduction in greenhouse gases.

In England and Wales Energy Performance Certificates (EPC's) are now required to most non-domestic buildings larger than 50m² when selling, letting or constructing. Additionally all public owned or funded buildings over 1000m² visited by the public now need to display a Display Energy Certificate (DEC).

Failure to do so could lead to your organisation being fined or a valuable letting being delayed.

We are keen to help our customers respond to the new legislation in a cost effective manner. Rider Levett Bucknall's capabilities in this area include:-

Experienced Chartered Surveyors trained to undertake the energy surveys, assessments and audits.
Accredited energy auditors trained and assessed under government approved schemes.
Use of POWERCAD software which enables accurate dimensional plans to be produced utilising laser technology.
Adoption of the Simplified Building Energy Method (iSBEM) interface developed by the Building Research Establishment (BRE) on behalf of the government. This software was developed to calculate EPCs .across the UK for commercial properties.

Our role does not end when the assessment is complete. Using the most economic solutions and making use of available grants and funding opportunities we will advise you on how to improve your building's Energy Performance Rating. This will increase its value and reduce your running costs.

We also employ Tax specialists to help you save money through capital allowances and tax incentives which are available for energy efficient design.

Or for more information visit: www.communities.gov.uk/epbd - source of latest government guidance notes

For advice and assistance email Paul King : paul.king@uk.rlb.com