Welcome to Eco-Rating

Is this you?

  • You are a self-builder or home renovator.
  • You are a developer working on small-scale housing projects.
  • You are an architect, designer or other professional working on small housing projects.
  • You need a Code for Sustainable Homes compliance certificate.
  • You need an EcoHomes compliance certificate.
  • You are considering a self-build or renovation project.
  • You want to understand the planning requirements for sustainability.

If two or more of the above statements apply to you, then this website should be a useful source of information. Please get in touch if you still have questions!

 

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Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is provided “as is”, with no warranty as to its accuracy. Although it has been compiled with care, it may contain errors. You are responsible for ensuring its accuracy before relying on it.

 

Articles

Surface water and the Code
[26/05/2011]
In recent years many parts of the UK have experienced major flooding. Our climate is changing, with rainfall intensities expected to increase. To help reduce future dangers from flooding, by Spring 2012 the National... view article
Energy-efficient lighting
[27/07/2010]
Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFLs) are about the only option in most homes for meeting energy-efficiency requirements in Building Regulations and EcoHomes. Compared to the traditional, incandescent (or “GLS”)... view article
Environmental Sustainability in Design and Access Statements for Wales
[02/07/2010]
This is a summary of how environmental sustainability should be covered in Design & Access Statements (DASs) in Wales... view article
Construction Site Waste: the Green Compass Scheme
[09/02/2010]
Disposal of construction waste can now be sub-contracted in the assurance of a recognised standard of sustainability. The standard... view article
Code Assessment Processes
[09/02/2010]
The Code for Sustainable Homes measures the sustainability of a new home using nine categories of environmental impact. It employs a star rating system of six levels to communicate...view article The Energy Harvest
[04/01/2010]
“Sustainable development … meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.”... view article
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