Programmes to increase the uptake of EPC recommendations
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Introduction Modular Schemes Best Practices Efficiency Assistant
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The starting point – the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)
Expert’s recommendations focus on the following areas (PT):
Other 5%
Windows/ 12%
DHW 30%
Glazing
Heating & Cooling 15% Renewable energy (solar systems) 21%
Insulation (roof, wall, floor) 18%
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Objective: Implementation of EPC Recommendations
From the EPC to the building site
How can this be achieved? 5
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Creating a framework
Identify potential tools and techniques to increase the uptake of EPC recommendations
Examples of modular schemes (Best practice examples from accross the EU)
Common Useful Information (For different audiences)
(Create the building blocks for a modular schemes)
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What is a modular scheme?
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Modular Schemes Definitions
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Key Areas
Tools
Actions
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 Schemes Definitions
B Modular Scheme
Key Areas
Tools
Actions
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
Modular Schemes Definitions
B Modular Scheme
Key Areas
Tools
Actions
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
Modular Schemes Definitions
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Key Areas
Tools
Actions
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
The 4 levels of a Modular Scheme
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Control and Compliance
Level of Application
Stakeholders
Modular Scheme Modular Scheme
Quality Requirements
Key Areas
Modular Scheme
Database
Communication
Installation and Maintenance
Incentives
Training Product Labelling
Maintenance Actions
Tools
Guides
Warranty
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Modular Schemes For each key area a set of tools has been defined
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Level of Application
Stakeholders
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Quality Requirements
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Control and Compliance
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Database
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Installation and Maintenance
8 Key Areas Incentives
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Communication 13
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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 Practices 10 best practice modular schemes according to the REQUEST survey Best practice examples that can be considered modular schemes… •
Dena Quality Seals (DE)
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Building Energy certification Scheme (DK)
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Energy Saving at Home (GR)
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Casa Clima (IT)
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ICMQ Building System (IT)
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Nationwide educational program “Friendly House” (PL)
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Solar Thermal Collectors (PT)
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Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) for EP Calculation (UK)
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T-Zero (UK)
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Energy Saving Trust Home Energy Check Tool (UK)
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Support for designing and delivering a modular scheme Through the …
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Efficiency Assistant All information is available at: http://efficiency.building-request.eu
Information for each key audience
Available • Best Practice examples • Key areas • Tools • Actions • Documents for download
Information about the tools used in Modular Schemes
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Efficiency Assistant Information available for Home Owners
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Guidelines on how to best implement energy performance improvement recommendations in the home.
Guidelines
10 Steps to improve energy efficiency in the home
Infosheet
How to obtain an EPC?
Advice Sheet
Insulation; Renewable Energy‌ 18
Efficiency Assistant Information available for Policy Makers (I)
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Look at some best practice in Europe for driving the uptake of energy performance improvement recommendations
(Government entities, energy agencies, research institutes, …)
For typical EPC Recommendations such as: • • • • •
Renewable Energy Insulation Ventilation Windows Domestic Hot Water,
Available Examples of modular schemes
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Efficiency Assistant Information available for Policy Makers (II) Example of Information Available:
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Efficiency Assistant Information available for Policy Makers (III) Example of Key Areas and Tools within the selected Best Practice
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Efficiency Assistant Information available for Policy Makers (IV) 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.
Modular Scheme Examples
10 examples of modular schemes for increasing the uptake of EPC recommendations
General Guidelines
Guidelines for designing a specific modular scheme
Common Advice
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Efficiency Assistant Information available for Designers, Builders and Qualified Experts
Guidelines on how to best to implement energy performance improvement recommendations , information & advice on energy efficiency & renewable measures.
Quality Advice
Advice on energy efficieny & renewable option available for housing professionals including clear quality requirements
Guidelines for Experts
How to make effective EPC recommendations
Common Advice
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