Energy Performance Certificate for your Business?

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From the 6th April all non-domestic properties over 500m² that are constructed, sold or let will require an EPC.

Energy Performance Certificates rate properties on a scale of A to G on 1) Energy Efficiency and 2) Environmental Impact through carbon dioxide (CO²) emissions. Band A is the most energy efficient and has the least environmental impact whilst Band G properties are the least energy efficient and have higher CO² emissions.

The average property is expected to be in band D or E and Certificates include recommendations on improving energy efficiency and reducing CO² emissions in order for premises to have less impact on the environment.

The EPC is expected to form the basis for any future "green taxes" where the least environmentally-friendly properties may be subject to higher rates of tax.

Energy Performance Certificates are the responsibility of landlords and under current measures are expected to last for 10 years.