Green Credentials / Corporate Responsibility

In addition to the introduction of the commercial EPC’s, 2008 also saw the introduction of the Display Energy Certificates (DEC’s). The main noticeable difference between commercial and display energy certificates is that commercial is often referred to as an asset rating as this is based on the physical assets of the property conversely, DEC’s are an ‘operation rating’, in simple terms and as a rule of thumb commercial EPC ‘s are a measure of how good a building is, while DEC’s are a measure of how good it is being run, or not! EPG are currently undertaking and producing a large number of DEC’s for organisations where the DEC’s appeal enables them to demonstrate and promote their sustainability credentials. With Corporate Responsibility (CR) rising up the agendas of many private sector organisations, positive CR results are increasingly being seen as a marketing assets, therefore progressive private sector companies are increasingly beginning to undertake, and display, DECs voluntarily in order to display their “green credentials”. Over the forthcoming 18 months EPG will produced approximately 1800 DEC’s for a varied selection of high street companies that are all voluntarily displaying their “green credentials”.

We would welcome the opportunity to discuss your specific requirements, provide you with a service and product that we GUARANTEE will meet with your requirements

Public Buildings (DEC’s)

Display Energy Certificates (DEC’s) and Advisory Reports (AR’s) are now required for all buildings with a total useful floor area in excess of 1,000m2 which are occupied by either a Public Authority or an Institution providing a public service that is frequently visited by members of the general public. A DEC provides an overview of the energy performance of a building based upon its actual recorded annual energy consumption as determined by the heating and electricity usage. Each DEC must also be accompanied by a valid Advisory Report, which outlines a series of potential measures for improving the energy performance of the building. Whilst DECs must be recalculated annually, the Advisory Report is valid for a period of 7 years. EPG’s in-house team of accredited DEC Assessors enable us to offer a professional and reliable service throughout the UK. From a single standalone building to a nationwide programme EPG are able to accommodate your specific requirements and provide you with a highly competitive rate.

We would welcome the opportunity to discuss your specific requirements, provide you with a service and product that we GUARANTEE will meet with your requirements