Homes that are more energy efficient could be more saleable than homes without eco features, it has been claimed.Taking measures such as installing insulation, acquiring a condensing boiler and fitting double glazing could ensure that a house achieves a high rating on its energy performance certificate when considered by a...

A significant portion of UK landlords remain unaware of the need to contact a domestic energy assessor before the October deadline.From October, all rented property will be required to have an energy performance certificate (EPC); however, new research indicates that many landlords are still unfamiliar with the legislation.Over half (55...

The upcoming deadline to complete an energy performance certificate is presenting opportunities throughout industry sectors, it has been claimed.According to construction website wnibi.com, HVCA subsidiary Building Engineering Services Competence Accreditation (Besca) has launched a new training scheme aimed at training energy assessors to write reports on air conditioning systems.In line...

An energy assessor has awarded a Northern Irish school a grade A for its energy performance certificate (EPC).Ballyhalbert's Victoria Primary School has received the top grade as part of the government's energy efficiency scheme through the implementation of a variety of environmentally-friendly improvements.According to the Dromore Leader, the County Down...

A school in Nottingham has received a top energy rating following a visit from an energy assessor.The West Bridgeford School's pool and theatre block was accredited with an A grade rating on its display energy certificate - similar to a domestic energy performance certificate.According to a report in voltimum.co.uk, the...

Businesses could easily save energy by taking a series of simple steps, it has been claimed.It has been highlighted by energy provider npower that businesses can take small and measures in order to make big savings and reduce their environmental impact.This may be of particular relevance to those businesses who...

Energy assessors are encouraging the installation of solar water heating in commercial buildings.Businesses can benefit from a reduction in energy costs as well as contribute to the fight against global warming by taking such measures. According to H&V News, energy assessors are also calling on businesses to review their boilers,...

Domestic energy assessors (DEA) are to be in great demand in the coming months as the deadline for acquiring display energy certificates (DEC) approaches.By October 1st, it is estimated by the CIBSE that some 40,000 buildings will require a DEC, with a further 10,000 energy performance certificates (EPC) expected to...