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17.1 million heat pumps need to be installed to meet climate goals, research reveals
epIMS advises homeowners and landlords to properly insulate properties and potentially increase radiator numbers, especially in older homes.
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60% of homes awarded EPC rating of C or above – epIMS
2021 saw 51.6% of EPC ratings awarded at C or better, with the most common rating improving from D to C (36%) for the first time.
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UK and Germany are Europe’s leading culprits for residential CO2 emissions
The UK has the second-highest residential CO2 emissions in Europe, despite a -7.2% annual reduction, according to epIMS.
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42% of landlords unaware of EPC overhaul standards, research reveals
Over a quarter (27%) said they are unaware of what the current EPC rating is for each of the properties in their portfolio.
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Residential market drives reduction in property sector’s carbon footprint – epIMS
In the past year, the level of carbon emissions emitted by residential buildings has fallen by -7.3%, having also reduced by -31.3% over the last decade.
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Energy efficiency focus grows as 60% of homes reach market with EPC rating C or above
epIMS reports 60% of homes sold, let, or constructed in England and Wales over the past year held an EPC rating of C or above.
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As more landlords offer ‘bills included’ rentals, EPC improvements could boost margins
New research from epIMS shows savings of up to 70% on energy bills for properties upgraded to a C rating. COO Craig Cooper said small adjustments can achieve compliance and improve profitability ahead of the mandatory 2030 requirement.
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More than a third of homes for sale have EPC ratings below Band C, finds epIMS
England had a higher compliance rate, but still included 33.2% of homes failing to meet the proposed minimum.