After many many many months of deliberation and probably forgetting that they were consulting on it, the Government have released an update on the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) for non-domestic Energy Performance Certificates (EPC). Key points; All buildings <1,000m2 - no change, still have to achieve EPC 'E' rating All buildings >1,000m2 - will have to achieve EPC 'B' rating by 2031 Same exemptions apply So...what do we think? My initial reaction, as so often wh

Energy efficiency is a critical factor in modern building design and regulation. For non-domestic buildings in the UK, meeting energy performance standards is not just about sustainability but also legal compliance. One key tool used to assess this is SBEM, the Simplified Building Energy Model. This post explains what SBEM is, why it matters, and how it supports compliance with UK building regulations. SBEM calculations applied to a modern commercial building What Is SBEM in