Lighting, EPCs and minimum energy standards

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In short

Lighting efficiency affects a building's EPC rating, so LED upgrades can help commercial landlords move towards minimum energy efficiency standards.

Lighting, EPCs and minimum energy standards

Energy Performance Certificates consider how much energy a building's services use, including lighting.

Why lighting matters

Inefficient lighting increases modelled energy use. Moving to efficient LED can improve the assessment.

Minimum standards

Commercial landlords in England and Wales must meet minimum energy efficiency standards to let property. Check current requirements with an energy assessor.

Retrofit as a route

Retrofit can deliver lighting improvements without full replacement.

Thinking about a retrofit?

Send us photos of your existing fittings, the location and rough quantities. A Light Engineer will tell you whether reLUMEN8 is viable.

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Frequently asked questions

Does LED lighting improve an EPC?

Efficient lighting can improve the modelled energy performance. An energy assessor can confirm the impact.

What are minimum energy efficiency standards?

Rules setting minimum EPC ratings for letting commercial property. Check current requirements.