Boost for Energy Performance Certificates to help tackle climate change

This would give consumers better access to information, helping them make new green choices by comparing energy costs between homes. EPCs, energy ratings for homes, will give consumers for the first time information about the energy efficiency of properties, and practical steps to reduce carbon emissions and save on energy bills.

To increase awareness of the benefits of undertaking environmental improvements, the Government is also proposing to make the EPC the first document in the Home Information Pack (HIP) when launched on 1st June. The introduction of the EPCs has been given added urgency following the recent publication of the Stern report into climate change.

The HIPs consultative document is available below using the related link. The consultation ends on 21 February. Further information can also be seen in the GNN Press release and the baseline research using the links below.