Ireland BER rating system overhaul as 15-point scale axed amid new EU rules – here’s how it could affect your mortgage

A MAJOR switch up has been confirmed for the Building Energy Rating (BER) system – and it will kick in next month.  A ...
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Energy efficiency and social justice: assessing the social risks of the EU Energy Performance of Buildings Directive

A new study examines the EU Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) through the lens of social justice, warning that building renovation policies may exacerbate social inequalities if not ...
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Why Europe’s recast green building standard offers new opportunities for BIPV and our planet

On-site renewable generation, particularly BIPV, is set for a significant boost under Europe’s updated Energy Performance of Buildings Directive. Image: Philipp Tur, Shutterstock. Earlier this year a ...

Ireland’s Ber rating system to be overhauled from next month

The State’s building energy rating (Ber) system is to be changed from next month, with a new A0 category for zero-emission ...