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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.

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.