ENE 12 - Local energy performance asset rating

Benchmark energy performance value – clarification - KBCN1724

The benchmark energy performance value is a performance level which achieves the median performance within a local energy performance standard's range of values. Example The asset is being benchmarked using the Energy Star Portfolio Manager. Under this system, assets can receive a score from 1 to 100. A score of 50 represents median performance, which equates to the benchmark energy performance value.

27-Mar-2025 - Published.

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Local energy performance asset rating – Validity period - KBCN1913

If an energy performance asset rating is currently valid at the time of measurement, it is valid for this issue. It does not need to be obtained specifically during the current assessment cycle.  For example, if an asset obtained a compliant rating in 2020 which is valid until 2030, this can be used in a current measurement in 2027. 

24-Sep-2026 - KBCN reinstated

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Local energy performance asset rating – Whole asset not covered - KBCN1912

The energy performance asset rating does not need to cover the whole asset. However, it must cover all occupied areas of the building. 

24-Sep-2026 - KBCN reinstated

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Multiple ratings in a single assessment - KBCN1725

Sometimes the boundaries for energy performance ratings for meeting building regulations are split in a different way to the BREEAM assessment boundary. If the BREEAM assessment boundary covers multiple energy ratings, for this issue only enter data on the rating which covers the largest NIA (Net Internal Area).

27-Mar-2025 - Published.

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