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Energy Performance Certificate Services

Introduction 

Energy Performance Certificates are becoming an indispensable tool for the real estate sector to address the multifaceted challenges of energy management, regulatory compliance, cost control, and sustainability commitments in an increasingly resource-constrained world. 

Bureau Veritas' Energy Performance Certification empowers businesses to optimize energy efficiency and sustainability with seamless end-to-end solutions making energy optimization achievable. Our experts conduct comprehensive assessments, data collection and analysis of energy usage across building systems; with the resulting detailed report benchmarking performance, highlighting areas for improvement, and providing tailored recommendations for upgrades. Our experts ensure that EPCs adhere to local regulations applicable. 

Our solutions also support landlords and property owners enhance their assets' energy ratings and environmental credentials. 

By combining technical proficiency with strategic guidance, Bureau Veritas is enabling real estate companies to reduce utility costs, lower carbon footprints, qualify for incentives, increase asset valuations, and strengthen their competitive edge through sustainability excellence.

Sectors:

  • Sectors: Real estate. 

  • Geographies: Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are used in different countries around the world to assess and rate the energy efficiency of buildings. EPCs are most used in the EU and the UK, but there are other countries such as the USA, Turkey, and Canada.

Buildings account for 30%of global energy consumption,
and 26%of emissions, per the IEA in 2022.
At COP28, it was agreed to doubleGlobal Annual Energy Efficiency by 2030.

Challenges

Buildings globally account for a substantial portion of energy consumption and CO2 emissions, with operations contributing to 30% of global energy consumption and 26% of energy-related emissions as per IEA. As the global transition towards a sustainable, low-carbon economy gains momentum, the real estate sector is catalysing innovation in energy management practices. 

Businesses in the real estate sector are proactively embracing energy efficiency as a strategic priority to contribute to a more sustainable future while maintaining economic viability. Driven by opportunities to reduce costs, comply with evolving regulations, meet customer expectations for environmental stewardship, and enhance profitability, real estate companies are seeking impactful solutions like Energy Performance Certifications with technical experts like Bureau Veritas.

WHY BUREAU VERITAS?

Bureau Veritas is the premier choice for Energy Performance Certificate services. Our extensive experience, technical expertise, and rigorous methodologies ensure comprehensive energy assessments and strategic recommendations. With local experts delivering world-class EPCs tailored to regional requirements, BV helps clients optimize energy performance, reduce costs, enhance compliance, boost asset valuations, and drive sustainability excellence worldwide.

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