EPBD stands for Energy Performance of Buildings Directive. It is the European directive on the energy performance of buildings. Member states such as the Netherlands translate the rules into national law.
The EPBD is tightened regularly. Examples are the requirement for a building automation system in larger commercial buildings, and the Smart Readiness Indicator. Read more about ESG and regulation.
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Related terms
- Building automation system (BACS)
- A building automation system automatically controls heating, cooling, ventilation and lighting, and monitors energy use.
- Smart Readiness Indicator (SRI)
- The Smart Readiness Indicator (SRI) is a European score for how smart a building is and how well it adapts to users and the grid.
- BACS
- BACS stands for Building Automation and Control System: the European term for a building automation system that controls and monitors installations.