Sustainability

Question 1

What is the meaning of net zero carbon?

Answer 1

any carbon emissions created are balanced out by taking the same amount out of the atmosphere.

Question 1

Examples of EPC exempt buildings?

Answer 1

Listed buildings, buildings with no heating, religious buildings, temporary buildings

Question 2

What are the MEES regualtions proposed?

Answer 2

• From April 2018, all new leases have to be EPC above E
• From April 2023, all existing leases have to be EPC above E
• Potential changes: 2027 - minimum of C; 2030 - minimum of B

Question 3

Climate Change Levy 2019

Answer 3

• Tax on energy delivered to non-domestic users in the UK
• Introduced as an incentive to increase energy efficiency within business and reduce carbon emissions
  Renewable energy exempt

Question 4

what are the 5 levels of BREEAM certification?

Answer 4

Pass, good, very good, excellent, outstanding.

Can depend on factors such as air quality, local area, transport connections etc

Question 5

What did the Climate Chagne Act outline in latest amendment (2019)?

Answer 5

Require the UK to achieve net zero carbon by 2050. Interim target of 78% net zero by 2030 also iimplemented.

Question 6

What are 5 key provisions of Climate Change Act?

Answer 6

1. Higher standards of energy conservation for new and refurbished buildings
2. Establishing a calculation methodology for the environmental performance of all buildings
3. Minimum requirements for the energy performance of all buildings
4. Energy certification for all buildings when leased or sold
5. Mandatory inspection of boilers and air conditioning systems in buildings

Question 7

How is RICS helping to introduce sustainability into practice

Answer 7

Professional statements and guidance notes
EPCs regulations
Evidence based research