Sustainability Flashcards
How was the climate change act 2008 amended?
To achieve net-zero by 2050
What does the government investment particularly target?
The power generation sector Transport infrastructure Buildings energy efficiency Enhancing the natural environment Encouraging green investment
What is in the UK Green Building Council framework?
Establish Net Zero Carbon Scope Reduce Construction Impacts Reduce operational Energy Use Increase Renewable Energy Supply Offset Any Remaing Carbon
What are five key provisions for EPCS
higher standards of energy conservation
Calculation methodology
Minimum requirements for energy efficiency
Certification for all buildings when sold
Mandatory inspections on buildings and air conditioning
What needs to be on an EPC
Address of property Certificate reference number Technical info on the property’s energy provision Estimation of running costs Benchmarking A-G rating
What are the penalties if you don’t have an EPC
12.5% of RV
What are the current EPC rules
All commercial buildings over 50 sqm, when Newly built, sold or let on a term for more than 6 months required for sub let and assignment
What are the exemptions
No hearting, religious buildings,
Temporary buildings, buildings due to be demolished/refurbished
What is Energy Saving Opportunities Scheme
ESOS is mandatory for large organisations in the UK requires to measure total energy consumption across buildings, transport and industrial activities
Conduct energy audits
Report compliance to the environmental agency
What is heat network regulations
Relates to the provision of communal heating systems in multi occupied commercial and residential scheme. Final consumers must provided with accurate meter readings/bill information and competitively price individual meters
Why was Carbon Reduction Commitment scheme scrapped
Replaced by Climate Change Levy in 2019
What is climate change levy
A tax on non domestic users in the UK - energy generated from renewable sources is exempt from CCL
What is Display Energy Certificates
For buildings over 250 Sq m
What are 6 principles of GDPR
Lawfulness Purpose limitation Data minimisation Accuracy Storage limitation Integrity and confidentiality Accountability
What is the ICO and how quickly do you need to inform if data has been breached
International Commisioners office within 72 hours
