Energy Certifications (APE)
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The Energy Performance Certificate (APE) is a document that describes, using a summary parameter known as the energy class, the energy characteristics of a building—in terms of its envelope and systems—and provides information on the amount of energy the building consumes for heating, cooling, domestic hot water production, and lighting. The APE can be issued for any type of property, regardless of its intended use, and is mandatory in certain circumstances.
As part of its work in the field of building energy efficiency, Enertech Solution also issues energy performance certificates, as well as reports required under Law 10.
The current energy classification system for buildings and the Energy Performance Certificate (APE) model were introduced by the Ministerial Decree of June 26, 2015. Starting with Law No. 373/1976, continuing with Law No. 10/1991, and up to the latest European directives, regulations regarding the reduction of energy consumption in building-system complexes have expanded and been supplemented with increasingly stringent requirements to ensure the achievement of European energy efficiency targets. Currently, the preparation of the Energy Performance Certificate for buildings is mandatory for new construction, in the event of the sale or lease of real estate, and upon completion of major renovation work. This certification is accompanied by other regulatory requirements, such as the AQE (Energy Qualification Certificate) and the Report pursuant to Law 10.
The end user’s understanding of their building’s energy performance is the first step toward becoming aware of the financial and environmental costs of existing inefficiencies and toward implementing changes. The Enertech Solution team includes numerous technicians authorized to issue the energy certifications required by law and ready to identify a path toward energy efficiency for properties. Through site inspections, analysis of energy bills, and assessments tailored to each specific situation, Enertech Solution’s engineers can advise on and design improvement or retrofit projects for buildings, clearly demonstrating to the client the savings that will result.
The benefits of energy certifications
Even when not explicitly required by regulations and even for non-employees, the energy performance certificate (APE) provides concise and timely information regarding the energy behavior of a building. Such knowledge can be either the starting point for improved building performance or, on the other hand, evidence of upgrading or new construction made with the best existing technologies.
The benefits of energy certifications
Even when not explicitly required by regulations and even for non-employees, the energy performance certificate (APE) provides concise and timely information regarding the energy behavior of a building. Such knowledge can be either the starting point for improved building performance or, on the other hand, evidence of upgrading or new construction made with the best existing technologies.
Identification of opportunities for intervention
The APE is produced using a standard calculation method and is structured to provide timely information on the performance of the building and thermal systems. The certificate contains a wealth of information, such as the energy class (G to A4), the quality of the building envelope, the total, renewable and nonrenewable primary energy requirements, the list of energy services present, and recommendations for energy efficiency improvements. The latter are proposals for interventions, identified from among several possible ones, that are most significant energetically and cost-effective. Through such proposals, the user can then become aware of the main opportunities for intervention with a view to improving their building.
Enhancement of the property
In the case of newly constructed properties that have undergone energy upgrades or major renovations, the APE certifies a high, generally above-average building performance. This fact, for eventual buyers or users of the building, is a reason for increased property value and greater appreciation of the structure.
Fulfillment of regulatory obligations
The APE is mandatory for drawing up notarized deeds of sale and purchase and rental agreements, for advertising real estate listings, and for gaining access to certain tax deductions, e.g., EcoBonus, resulting from energy efficiency measures.
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FAQ
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What is the EPA?
An energy performance certificate is a document that provides information on the energy performance of a building, through a specific rating system, and promotes energy efficiency with specific recommendations regarding actions that can be taken to increase it.
When is a property exempt from energy certification?
The EPA is a must in some circumstances, such as for the drafting of notarized deeds of sale and purchase and leases. Certain categories of buildings, however, are always exempt from the Energy Performance Certificate (APE) requirement, namely historic buildings, places of worship, temporary buildings with a life of less than two years, nonresidential buildings with an area of less than 50 square meters, buildings used for agricultural and seasonal activities. Even in the absence of a regulatory requirement, it is still possible to request an energy performance assessment through the preparation of the APE and learn about energy-saving opportunities.
What does it take to prepare an energy performance certificate?
In order to prepare an energy performance certificate, it is necessary to carry out an inspection of the building being certified and collect all information regarding the characteristics of the envelope (floor plans, stratigraphy, type of fixtures) and the systems (services present, plant booklet, etc.). Known all the data, the licensed technician can use certified software that performs the calculations necessary to determine energy performance indices and identify the building’s energy class, in accordance with UNI TS 11300 standards.
