Programmes to increase the uptake of EPC recommendations ADENE, PT

1 CONTENT  Introduction  Modular Schemes  Best Practices  Efficiency Assistant

2 CONTENT  Introduction  Modular Schemes  Best Practices  Efficiency Assistant

3 Expert’s recommendations focus on the following areas (PT): A The starting point – the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)

4 From the EPC to the building site A Objective: Implementation of EPC Recommendations How can this be achieved?

5 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)

6 CONTENT  Introduction  Modular Schemes  Best Practices  Efficiency Assistant What is a modular scheme?

7 B Modular Scheme Key Areas Actions Tools Modular Schemes Definitions 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

8 B Modular Scheme Key Areas Actions Tools Modular Schemes Definitions 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…

9 B Modular Scheme Key Areas Actions Tools Modular Schemes Definitions 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…

10 B Modular Scheme Key Areas Actions Tools Modular Schemes Definitions 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

11 Modular Scheme Maintenance Training Warranty Guides Product Labelling The 4 levels of a Modular Scheme B Incentives Communication 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

12 Modular Schemes For each key area a set of tools has been defined B Modular Schemes 8 Key Areas 41 tools defined Incentives Communication Quality Requirements Installation and Maintenance Database Stakeholders Level of Application Control and Compliance

13 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?

14 Best Practices 10 best practice modular schemes according to the REQUEST survey C 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…

15 CONTENT  Introduction  Modular Schemes  Best Practices  Efficiency Assistant Support for designing and delivering a modular scheme Through the …

16 D Efficiency Assistant All information is available at: Information about the tools used in Modular Schemes Information for each key audience Available Best Practice examples Key areas Tools Actions Documents for download

17 D Efficiency Assistant Information 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

18 D Efficiency Assistant Information 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:

19 D Efficiency Assistant Information available for Policy Makers (II) Example of Information Available:

20 D Efficiency Assistant Information available for Policy Makers (III) Example of Key Areas and Tools within the selected Best Practice ACTION

21 D Efficiency Assistant Information 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

22 D Efficiency Assistant Information 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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