As of 1 February 2023 the approved methodology for producing EPCs for existing non-domestic buildings in Wales will be the National Calculation Methodology (NCM) for buildings other than dwellings in England, 2021 version.
Read moreBEIS have published their consultation response regarding changes to ESOS for Phase 3 & 4. These changes are set out below.
Read moreChanges to HVAC and DHW systems option in the approved software Part L 2021.
Read moreAs part of our ongoing monitoring of EPC QA audits and their findings, it has been noted that there is a percentage of cases where the EPCs have been lodged with the incorrect assessment level.
Read moreThe Building Standards Division have issued guidance for situations where an EPC is being produced for a building that already has an Action Plan.
Read moreMHCLG have issued current guidance for assessors producing energy certificates.
Read moreCIBSE Certification adds to UKAS Suite
Read moreThe Government has now responded to the Future Homes Standard / Part L consultation and also released the Future Buildings Standard Consultation.
Read moreLASER Energy are a trading arm of Kent County Council and specialise in putting in place compliant routes-to-market for public sector bodies to access energy related goods, works and services.
Read moreSOR Level Clause 1.5.6 states that “Accreditation Schemes will inform their members that data they collect under the EPBR is for the purpose of producing Energy Certificates and for no other purpose."
Read moreThe issue of phoenix companies has been raised during stakeholder engagement sessions undertaken by the Department.
Read moreFollowing a successful transfer of the register from Landmark on 20th September, MHCLG have provided some detail on the benefits of the change.
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