The European Green Deal aims to make Europe the first climate-neutral continent by 2050. Buildings account for about 40% of the EU's energy consumption, and approximately 75% of EU buildings are not energy efficient. This presents significant opportunities for improvement through retrofitting.

The EPBD emphasizes that upgrading existing buildings is more sustainable than new construction. Key demands of the EPBD include:

1. Nearly Zero-Energy Buildings (NZEB)

• Requirement: All new buildings must be nearly zero-energy, and existing buildings undergoing major renovation should meet minimum energy performance requirements to move towards NZEB levels.
  
• Benefit: Significantly reduces energy consumption and carbon emissions.

2. Smart Readiness Indicator (SRI)

• Introduction: The SRI assesses a building's capability to adapt to occupants' needs, optimize energy efficiency, and interact with the grid.
  
• LOYTEC's Role: Our smart technologies enhance the SRI of buildings by enabling intelligent control and communication.

3. Building Automation and Control Systems (BACS)

• Mandatory Installation: By 2025, all non-residential buildings with heating or air-conditioning systems of an effective rated output over 290 kW must be equipped with BACS.
  
• Functions of BACS as per EPBD:
  Continuous Monitoring:
  BACS must continuously monitor, analyze, and adjust energy usage to optimize efficiency.
  Fault Detection and Alerting:
  Detect losses in efficiency of technical building systems and inform the responsible person.
  Benchmarking:
  Allow for comparative analyses of energy efficiency between similar buildings.
  Interoperability:
  Enable communication with energy grids and other building systems, facilitating integration of renewable energy sources and smart grids.
• LOYTEC's Contribution: We provide advanced BACS solutions that meet and exceed these requirements, ensuring efficient operation and compliance.

4. Renovation Strategies

• Long-Term Planning: Member states must establish strategies aiming for a decarbonized building stock by 2050, with milestones for 2030 and 2040.
  
• LOYTEC's Support: Our technologies assist in planning and executing renovations that align with these long-term goals.

5. Mandatory Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs)

• Enhanced Requirements: EPCs must provide more accurate information on building energy performance.
• Value Addition: Our systems facilitate accurate data collection and reporting, simplifying the EPC process.

Initiatives like iBRoad2EPC aim to simplify the renovation process by integrating Building Renovation Passports with Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs). This helps building owners:

Strategic Planning:
Access tailored renovation roadmaps for phased improvements.

Enhanced Transparency:
Provide detailed insights into building performance and planned upgrades.

Facilitated Financing:
Improve access to funding and incentives for energy efficiency measures.
By supporting these initiatives, we contribute to higher energy performance standards and make retrofitting more accessible and efficient.

LOYTEC's solutions are designed to help building owners and operators meet and exceed the requirements set forth in the EPBD:

Advanced BACS Solutions

• Compliance:
  Our BACS comply with EPBD mandates, providing the necessary functionalities for monitoring, analysis, and control.
  
  
• Energy Optimization:
  Optimize heating, cooling, ventilation, and lighting systems for maximum efficiency.
  
  
• User-Friendly Interface:
  Provide intuitive control interfaces for facility managers and occupants.

Enhancing Smart Readiness

• Interoperable Systems:
  Enable seamless communication between different building systems and the energy grid.
  
  
• Adaptability:
  Systems can adjust to occupants' needs and external conditions in real-time.

Supporting Renovation Strategies

• Scalable Solutions:
  Our technologies can be integrated into existing buildings with minimal disruption.
  
  
• Future-Proofing:
  Designed to accommodate future technological advancements and regulatory changes.

Accurate Energy Performance Data

• Data Collection:
  Collect precise data on energy usage and system performance.
  
  
• Reporting Tools:
  Generate comprehensive reports to facilitate EPC compliance and sustainability reporting

Our commitment to European sustainability initiatives underscores our dedication to environmental responsibility and innovation. By supporting directives like the European Green Deal and the EPBD, we play a pivotal role in advancing Europe's sustainability goals and providing our clients with the tools to succeed in a changing regulatory landscape.

European Commission – Energy Performance of Buildings: Visit the Official Page