Programmes to increase the uptake of EPC recommendations

ADENE, PT

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CONTENT

Introduction

Modular Schemes

Best Practices

Efficiency Assistant

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CONTENT

Introduction

Modular Schemes

Best Practices

Efficiency Assistant

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Expert’s recommendations focus on the following areas (PT):

Domestic Hot Water30%

Heating & Cool-ing15%

Insulation (roof, wall, floor)

18%

Renewable en-ergy (solar sys-

tems)21%

Windows/ Glazing

12%

Other5%

A The starting point – the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)

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From the EPC to the building

site

A Objective: Implementation of EPC Recommendations

How can this be achieved?

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A Creating a framework

Identify potential tools and

techniques to increase the uptake

of EPC recommendations

(Create the building blocks for a modular

schemes)

Examples of modular schemes

(Best practice examples from accross the EU)

Common Useful Information

(For different audiences)

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CONTENT

Introduction

Modular Schemes

Best Practices

Efficiency Assistant

What is a modular scheme?

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Modular Scheme

Key Areas

Actions

Tools

Modular SchemesDefinitions

Modular Scheme

Modular Schemes

A strategy for building a major programme that drives the uptake of EPC recommendations

Example?

The portuguese programme to promote solar thermal collectors

http://www.paineissolares.gov.pt

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Modular Scheme

Key Areas

Actions

Tools

Modular SchemesDefinitions

Modular Scheme

Key Areas

The key components of that strategy that are necessary for the success of the programme.

Example?

Quality requirements, control and compliance, installation and maintenance…

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Modular Scheme

Key Areas

Actions

Tools

Modular SchemesDefinitions

Modular Scheme

Tools

Specific activities required to ensure delivery of the strategy and key components within it.

Example?

Product Labelling, Training, Set Rules for Control and Compliance, Database…

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Modular Scheme

Key Areas

Actions

Tools

Modular SchemesDefinitions

Modular Scheme

Actions

The sequence of steps or activities that are required to deliver each tool and put the overall strategy into practice.

Example?Minimum efficiency – e.g. to access a specific incentive the building must achieve at least a specific energy rating

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Modular Scheme

Maintenance

Training

WarrantyGuides

ProductLabelling

The 4 levels of a Modular SchemeB

IncentivesCommunication

Modular Scheme

Quality Requirements

Installation and Maintenance

Database

Stakeholders

Level of Application

Control and Compliance

Modular Scheme

Tools Actions

Key Areas

Specific steps required to deliver each tool

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Modular SchemesFor each key area a set of tools has been definedB

Modular Schemes

8 Key Areas

41 tools definedIncentives

Communication

Quality Requirements

Installation and Maintenance

Database

Stakeholders

Level of Application Control and

Compliance

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CONTENT

Introduction

Modular Schemes

Best Practices

Efficiency Assistant

How to identify key areas and tools needed?

What are the best examples of schemes that promote uptake of EPC recommendations?

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Best Practices10 best practice modular schemes according to the REQUEST surveyC

• Dena Quality Seals (DE)

• Building Energy certification Scheme (DK)

• Energy Saving at Home (GR)

• Casa Clima (IT)

• ICMQ Building System (IT)

• Nationwide educational program “Friendly House” (PL)

• Solar Thermal Collectors (PT)

• Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) for EP Calculation (UK)

• T-Zero (UK)

• Energy Saving Trust Home Energy Check Tool (UK)

Best practice examples that can be considered modular schemes…

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CONTENT

Introduction

Modular Schemes

Best Practices

Efficiency AssistantSupport for designing and delivering a modular scheme

Through the …

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DEfficiency AssistantAll information is available at: http://efficiency.building-request.eu

Information about the tools used in Modular Schemes

Information for each key audience

Available• Best Practice examples• Key areas• Tools• Actions• Documents for download

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DEfficiency AssistantInformation available for Home Owners

10 Steps to improve energy efficiency in the home

Advice Sheet

Insulation; Renewable Energy…How to obtain an EPC?

Guidelines on how to best implement energy performance improvement recommendations in the home.

Guidelines Infosheet

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DEfficiency AssistantInformation available for Policy Makers (I)

Look at some best practice in Europe for driving the uptake of energy performance improvement recommendations

(Government entities, energy agencies, research institutes, …)

• Renewable Energy• Insulation• Ventilation• Windows• Domestic Hot Water,

Examples of best practices

Available

Examples of modular schemes

For typical EPC Recommendations such as:

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DEfficiency AssistantInformation available for Policy Makers (II)

Example of Information Available:

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DEfficiency AssistantInformation available for Policy Makers (III)

Example of Key Areas and Tools within the selected Best Practice

ACTION

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DEfficiency AssistantInformation available for Policy Makers (IV)

General Guidelines Common Advice

Insulation; Renewable Energy; Domestic Hot Water…

Access guidelines for how to go about designing your modular scheme and download common advice for different audiences that can be tailored to your national context.

10 examples of modular schemes for increasing the

uptake of EPC recommendations

Modular Scheme Examples

Guidelines for designing a

specific modular scheme

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DEfficiency AssistantInformation available for Designers, Builders and Qualified Experts

Advice on energy efficieny & renewable option

available for housing professionals including

clear quality requirements

Common Advice

Insulation; Renewable Energy…

How to make effective EPC recommendations

Guidelines on how to best to implement energy performance improvement recommendations , information & advice on energy efficiency & renewable measures.

Quality Advice Guidelines for Experts

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