Display Energy Certificates

New Government legislation maeans that by 01 October 2008*, all buildings over 1,000m2 occupied by Public Authorities or Institutions and providing a public service to a large number of people, need a Display Energy Certificate (DEC).

The Certificate, which can only be issued by qualified and accredited Energy Assessors, provides an Operational energy Rating for a building based upon its actual fuel usage.

The DEc must be on display by 01 October 2008.*

The Certificate is valid for 12 months, and is renewed and updated annually; it is accompanied by an Advisory Report, which will suggest ways in which energy consumption could be reduced.

Benefits of DEC's:

• A better understanding of  property's energy efficiency
• Advisory Report identifies cost-effective ways to save on energy costs
• Certifcate rates current building energy performance standard
• Actual CO2 peroformance will be visible
• Provides information and raises awareness

Information needed:

• Actual meter readings or delivery notes for 12m period