Energy Efficiency Guide
Understanding EPC ratings, heat pumps and energy systems in new builds — for buyers, landlords and developers.
About This Resource
A cross-audience guide covering: why new builds are more energy efficient (Part L 2021, Future Homes Standard comparison table), EPC ratings explained (A-G scale, SAP calculations, what each rating means), heating systems in new builds (gas boilers phase-out, air source heat pumps, ground source, underfloor heating, MVHR, communal heating), insulation and fabric first approach (wall/floor/roof insulation, triple glazing, thermal bridging, airtightness), renewable energy and technology (solar PV, battery storage, MVHR, smart thermostats), the Future Homes Standard 2025 (75-80% carbon reduction, no gas boilers, impact on values), practical energy management (optimising heat pumps, ventilation, smart meters, typical bills comparison), and landlord/investor considerations (minimum EPC requirements, future C rating target, green mortgages).
What's Included
- Part L & Future Homes Standard
- Heat pump systems explained
- Insulation & fabric first
- Renewable energy options
- Landlord EPC requirements
Who Is This For?
Buyers, landlords, and developers who want to understand energy efficiency in new build homes and its implications for running costs and property values.