Sustainability Flashcards
What is an EPC?
An Energy Performance Certificate reports how energy efficient a building is.
What are the recent changes to EPCs?
New MEES regulations.
1 April 2028 - C
1 April 2030 - B
What properties do not require an EPC?
- Properties less than 50 sqm
- Buildings of Worship
- Listed buildings
What is are BREEAM ratings?
Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method
international scheme that assesses the performance and wellbeing of a property.
What are the ratings of BREEAM?
Outstanding
Excellent
Very Good
Good
Pass
What is the Kyoto Protocol?
created in 1997 targeting 37 countries to reduce emissions by average of 5% below 1990 for period 2008-2012.
What is the Paris Agreement?
Created in 2015, aimed to hold the increase in global temperatures to 2c below pre industrial levels and limit global warming to 1.5c
What is the Climate Change Act 2008?
Targeting carbon net zero by 2050.
What drives sustainability in our industry?
Legislation
Clients
Individual goals
What are the fines for not having an EPC?
Failure to provide = a fine of 12.5% of rateable value, capped at £5,000 with a default penalty of £750.
What do you personally do to contribute to reducing your carbon footprint?
Cycle to work
utilise public transport.
How long does an EPC last?
10 years
What does the NPPF say about sustainable development?
To promote sustainable patterns in consideration of planning.
What legislation governs Japanese Knotweed?
Environmental Protection Act 1990
What is LEED?
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
