Sustainability

Question 1

Tell me about energy performance certificates – what do they tell us?

Answer 1

The energy performance of a building – rated from A-G on how energy efficient they run

Question 2

What types of properties are EPCs mandatory for?

Answer 2

All properties
Commercial property over 50 sq m that provide heating and cooling / energy to condition the indoor climate
Residential

Question 3

What properties don’t require an EPC?

Answer 3

Tenancies over 99 years
Tenancies under 6 months
Religious buildings
Listed buildings
Temporary structures
Buildings due to be demolished / refurbished
Buildings with no heating or cooling

Question 4

What are the key MEES dates

Answer 4

1st April 2018, minimum E to let
1st April 2023, minimum E to continue letting
1st April 2027, minimum C
1st April 2030, minimum B

Question 5

What impact does ‘cannot continue to be let’ have on landlords?

Answer 5

Will result in a lot of fines

Question 6

How long do EPCs last for?

Answer 6

10 years

Question 7

What sort of improvements might an EPC suggest?

Answer 7

LED lighting (energy efficient light bulbs)
Remove gas heating
Double glazing
Insulation

Question 8

What are the 3 branches of sustainability?

Answer 8

Environmental
Social
Economic

Question 9

Summarise the Carbon Reduction Commitment

Answer 9

Net Zero by 2050

Question 10

How is a new building rated in terms of its environmentally friendly rating?

Answer 10

BREEAM

Question 11

What is BREEAM

Answer 11

Measure of sustainable credentials based on energy use, water consumption, transport links, pollution, waste management, well-being