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If ECO adopts deemed scores' we all might lose out

22 March 2016

It is known that DECC are considering the adoption of deemed score to determine the level of funding that is available for ECO installations, and potentially removing the need for an RdSAP calculation to be undertaken. The concept is likely to resemble a similar methodology used during CERT and CESP (predecessors to ECO Policy) to which some long standing installers look back to fondly. Deemed scoring is likely to use some sort of a matrix,

DCLG Increase EPC Lodgement Fees by up to 63%

18 March 2016

The Department for Communities and Local Government (DCLG) have just informed Elmhurst and other Accreditation Schemes of a number of amendments to the Energy Performance of Buildings (England & Wales) Regulations 2012. The shocking news is that the statutory lodgement fees for lodging data onto the Landmark Register are up by up to 63%! Not only this, but the revised fees are set to begin on the 6th April 2016, giving just 11 working days

Major Green groups have condemned the Governments latest budget

17 March 2016

George Osborne delivered his latest budget and criticism has been noticeable aimed at the large tax breaks given to oil and gas exploration in the North Sea. As the Government seek to protect jobs as well as drive tax revenue from selling more gas and oil. Mr Osborne was also criticised for using the expression ‘this is a budget for future generations’ but avoided any major policy decisions which drives the UK on towards the

Changes to RHI Announced

17 March 2016

Elmhurst member's will be aware of the recent consultation proposals on the Renewal Heat Incentive, for which comments are required by 27th April (see here), however someone has decided we shouldn't wait for the consulation to close and some changes will come into force on 24th March 2016. Three points are likely to be of specific interest to Elmhurst Members: 1. RHI applications no longer require Green Deal Assessments The current requirement that domestic RHI applications

Renewable Heat Incentive- Government Review

16 March 2016

During the Autumn, the Government renewed its commitment to a low carbon economy by confirming a continued budget for the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) scheme. As part of the commitment, a review has been taking place to ensure the scheme meets its objectives. A consultation has been undertaken and a DECC consultation document has now been published. This confirms that RHI is central to the Government’s plans to help develop secure, affordable and clean energy.

implementation of Paris agreement is "not whether we do it, but how"

15 March 2016

The UK is legally bound to by the Climate Change act, which requires an 80% cut in emissions by 2050 At Paris in December 2015 countries committed to further reduce global emissions down from peak levels as soon as possible and ultimately "net zero emissions". Andrea Leadsom, the Minister of State at Department of Energy and Climate stated in parliament "The government believes that we will need to take the step of enshrining the Paris

History of RdSAP

14 March 2016

It is now 10 years since RdSAP was officially recognised by Government. The EU ‘Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD)’ forced member states to implement laws to reduce energy use in buildings across Europe. The 2 articles that drove Energy Performance Certificates forward were the following: Article 7 “...when buildings are constructed, sold or rented out, an energy performance certificate is made available to the owner or by the owner to the prospective buyer or

Government announce plans to cut red tape in energy sector

04 March 2016

The government have just reported their findings and recommendations to remove "red tape" from the energy sector. Most of the report is actually concerned with the supply side of the industry (generation and distribution), as opposed to reducing demand, but two points do relate to the activities of Elmhurst Members. It is suggested that: 1) There is overlap between schemes such as CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme [CRC] and Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme [ESOS] and the

Energy Policy U- Turns ‘may cost households £120 a year’

04 March 2016

The Energy & Climate Change Committee (ECC) have warned the Government that they must restore investor confidence in the UK energy sector. They claim that there is increased nervousness among some investors looking at energy projects in the UK. Their confidence is dented by a series of sudden policy changes since the election. Angus MacNeil MP, chair of the ECC stated “Billions of pounds of investment is needed in order to replace ageing energy infrastructure,

Leading Think Tank calls for Stamp Duty to be linked to Energy Efficiency

02 March 2016

A leading think tank has suggested to Government that stamp duty should be less for energy efficient homes than leaky inefficient ones. The Policy Exchange which is close to Government states that this change would likely see 270,000 households a year improve their energy efficiency. The report states “Policies which link property values more closely to energy performance could kick-start an energy efficiency revolution in this country. Improving home energy efficiency can save households money,

Latest News

If ECO adopts deemed scores' we all might lose out

DCLG Increase EPC Lodgement Fees by up to 63%

Major Green groups have condemned the Governments latest budget

Changes to RHI Announced

Renewable Heat Incentive- Government Review

implementation of Paris agreement is "not whether we do it, but how"

History of RdSAP

Government announce plans to cut red tape in energy sector

Energy Policy U- Turns ‘may cost households £120 a year’

Leading Think Tank calls for Stamp Duty to be linked to Energy Efficiency

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