Posts by Paul Sutcliffe
Will Minimum EPC ratings of B come into force?
Before we consider EPC B ratings becoming minimum standards, let us explore where we are today. Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards were introduced on 1 April 2018. Buildings cannot be leased with an EPC worse than an E rating. There are exemptions, notably, a seven year payback rule exists. Landlords can continue to lease buildings with…
Read MoreDon’t forget to renew your heat network registrations.
Under the Heat Network (Metering and Billing) Regulations 2014; organisations must ensure that heat networks remain registered. There is a requirement to renew every 4 years. For most organisations this deadline will be 31 December 2019. About the Heat Network Regulations A heat supplier obligated under the regulations is defined as a person (or organisation)…
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