Annex I Common general framework for the calculation of energy performance of buildings
United Kingdom
- 1The energy performance of a building shall be determined on the basis of calculated or actual energy use and shall reflect typical energy use for space heating, space cooling, domestic hot water, ventilation, built-in lighting and other technical building systems.
- 2The energy needs for space heating, space cooling, domestic hot water, ventilation, lighting and other technical building systems shall be calculated in order to optimise health, indoor air quality and comfort levels defined by Member States at national or regional level.
- 2aDivision 2a
- 3The methodology shall be laid down taking into consideration at least the following aspects:
- 4The positive influence of the following aspects shall be taken into account:
- 5For the purpose of the calculation buildings should be adequately classified into the following categories: