Domestic Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) reform: consultation

Consultation setting out proposals to change the Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) format leading on from proposals set out in the draft Heat in Buildings Strategy to reform the EPC framework.


6. Consultation questions

1. Do you agree or disagree with the addition of the proposed Energy Use Rating? Please explain the reasons for your answer.

2. Do you agree or disagree with the name changes of the current EPC Energy Efficiency Rating & Environmental Impact Rating to Energy Cost Rating and Carbon Emissions Rating respectively? Please explain the reasons for your answer.

3. Do you agree or disagree that the proposed EPC format will better equip building owners and/or occupiers to make informed decisions about improvements and/or changes to the energy efficiency and heating systems of their building? Please explain the reasons for your answer.

4. Do you agree or disagree with retaining the information outlined in section 5? Please explain the reasons for your answer.

5. Do you think any additional information should be added to the EPC format? Please explain the reasons for your answer.

6. How do you think the metrics should be presented on the EPC? (More than one answer can be selected)

  • Graph (current EPC ratings)
  • Diagram
  • Sliding scale
  • Text only
  • Other format

Please explain your choice(s).

7. Are there any other comments on the proposed EPC format you would like to add?

Contact

Email: EPCreform@gov.scot

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