Display Energy Certificates
Display Energy Certificates (DECs) show the actual energy usage of a building, the Operational Rating, and help the public see the energy efficiency of a building. This is based on the energy consumption of the building as recorded by gas, electricity and other meters. The DEC should be clearly displayed at all times and clearly visible to the public. A DEC is always accompanied by an Advisory Report that lists cost effective measures to improve the energy rating of the building.
Display Energy Certificates are only required for buildings that are occupied by a public authority and institution providing a public service to a large number of persons and therefore visited by those persons with a total useful floor area over 1000m2.
Display Energy Certificates are valid for one year. The accompanying Advisory Report is valid for seven years. DECs are required in England, Wales & Northern Ireland.
Further information is available from the Department for Communities & Local Governerment for England & Wales:
- Getting Ready for DECs
- A guide to Display Energy Certificates and advisory reports for public buildings
From the Department of Finance & Personnel (Northern Ireland):
Guidance for Public Buildings in Scotland is also available from the Scottish Government
Please contact us for more information on what DEC solution Northgate can offer.
