Display Energy Certificates (DECs)
Display Energy Certificates are required for buildings occupied by a public authority or institutions providing a public service which are visited by large numbers of people.
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.
The requirement for Display Energy Certificates came into effect on 1 October 2008. They are valid for one year. The accompanying Advisory Report is valid for seven years.
Through our partners, ETSOS can provide DECs anywhere in England and Wales
