Learn About Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES)

Posted by NRG Focus on 12th October 2020 -

Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) have made it unlawful to let residential or commercial properties with an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of “F” or “G” – the lowest two grades of energy efficiency. NRG Focus, based in Sheffield, provide energy assessments to commercial and residential properties throughout the UK, helping property owners nationwide comply with the minimum energy efficiency standards. 

The minimum energy efficiency standard is set at an EPC rating of “E”, and all landlords are required to ensure compliance before granting a new lease or renewing an existing lease. From 1st April 2023, MEES will be extended to cover all leases, including where a lease is already in place, and all non-domestic property types are in scope of the regulations, including listed buildings. These regulations are enforced by Trading Standards Officers. Penalties are based on the rateable value of the property, up to a maximum of £150,000 per occasion.

All properties should have a Commercial EPC. Where the EPC rating is “F” or “G” (or is at risk of becoming so), we can put an Energy Efficiency Plan in place. This energy assessment includes assessing the costs and benefits of improving energy efficiency. If you are or will be impacted by MEES, contact us, and we will help identify any potential risks to your assets.