Energy efficiency in buildings
Series: RICS European Alert ; May 2001, 2(1)Publication details: 2001Subject(s): Summary: The European Commission has agreed in principle a draft directive on energy efficiency in buildings aimed at achieving a cost-effective energy saving of over 22% in the construction sector. The draft directive includes the application and updating of minimum standards based on a common methodology for new and for existing buildings over 1500m3, certification schemes and the specific inspection and assessment of heating and cooling installations by qualified personnel.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| News article | London News article | WB3720-01 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 112715-1001 |
The European Commission has agreed in principle a draft directive on energy efficiency in buildings aimed at achieving a cost-effective energy saving of over 22% in the construction sector. The draft directive includes the application and updating of minimum standards based on a common methodology for new and for existing buildings over 1500m3, certification schemes and the specific inspection and assessment of heating and cooling installations by qualified personnel.