Making sport stadiums EPC-compliant in South-AfricaThe EPC regulations published in December 2020 mandate the display of an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) for all sport facilities such as stadiums larger than 1 000m2 (if they are state-owned) or 2 000m2 (if they are privately-owned). With the December 2022 deadline for compliance with the regulations looming, owners […]
The significance of an EPC inspection bodyBy Frikkie Malan, head of sustainability at Remote Metering SolutionsEnergy Performance Certificates (EPCs), which display the energy performance of buildings, may only be issued by SANAS-accredited energy performance certification inspection bodies. This ensures compliance with relevant standards and provides assurance of the qualifications, training, and experience of the personnel […]
Optimising a building’s energy consumption through data analysis By Frikkie Malan, head of sustainability at Remote Metering Solutions According to various sources, up to 30% of the total energy consumption of a building can be attributed to heating, ventilation, and cooling. One of the most effective ways of optimising these involves having access to the […]
Measuring the EPC rating of a building By Frikkie Malan, head of sustainability at Remote Metering Solutions As the name suggests, an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is a measure of the energy efficiency performance of a building. And while it is still too early to judge its impact (deadline for certification is December this year), […]
Rethinking energy usage in SA By Frikkie Malan, head of sustainability at Remote Metering Solutions South Africans are all too aware of the ongoing electricity supply issues facing the country. The deteriorating electrical generation, transmission, and distribution infrastructure is cause for significant concern. Adding to this are the ongoing climate-related discussions around the long-term viability […]
Understanding who needs an EPC By Frikkie Malan, head of sustainability at Remote Metering Solutions The regulations for the mandatory display of building Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) in South Africa is expected to promote energy efficiency awareness and the improvement of building energy performance. EPCs will help property owners to identify which buildings represent the […]
The importance of getting an EPCBy Rujeanne Swanepoel, Inspection Body Quality Manager at Remote Metering SolutionsWith nine months remaining until the 7 December 2022 deadline for the mandatory display of Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs), building owners and property managers need to work fast to ensure they do not fall foul of the regulation. If not, […]
EPCs – Participants in the Race To Zero Race To Zero is a global campaign to rally leadership and support from business, cities, regions, investors for a healthy, resilient, zero carbon recovery that prevents future threats, creates decent jobs, und unlocks inclusive sustainable growth. Accounting for 40% of global energy consumption and 33% of greenhouse […]
The benefits of ‘green building’ By Rujeanne Swanepoel, Inspection Body Quality Manager at Remote Metering Solutions The phrase ‘green building’ is often associated with our interaction with the environment, responsible use of resources, reducing our carbon footprint, adopting eco-friendly habits and improving our quality of life. It is not only the planet that will benefit […]
Frikkie Malan from RMS attends 16th SAEEC annual conference Remote Metering Solutions (RMS) recently exhibited at the 16th SAEEC Annual Conference. The three-day virtual event, themed ‘Moving On – Resilience with Energy Efficiency’, provided a powerful platform for a host of local and international speakers to share their expertise and experiences. But it was keynote […]
