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By: Language: English Series: Premises and Facilities Management ; October 2005, 67-69(3)Publication details: 2005Subject(s): Summary: Examines the implications of the energy performance of buildings directive (Directive 2002/91/EC) which is due to come into force across the EU in January 2006. The aim of the Directive is to increase energy efficiency in all buildings and introduce a consumer rating scheme similar to the one used for white goods. This should have a positive impact for facilities managers. The article examines what facilities managers can do to be prepared for the implementation of the Directive.

Examines the implications of the energy performance of buildings directive (Directive 2002/91/EC) which is due to come into force across the EU in January 2006. The aim of the Directive is to increase energy efficiency in all buildings and introduce a consumer rating scheme similar to the one used for white goods. This should have a positive impact for facilities managers. The article examines what facilities managers can do to be prepared for the implementation of the Directive.