
The Association of Building Engineers (ABE) has entered into a Protocol with the Scottish Building Standards (SBS) in relation to the production of Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) in Scotland.
For full details
download our Protocol Guidance document (Also available in
PDF format)
Graduates, Associates, Members and Fellows of the ABE have the opportunity to be certified under this Protocol to produce EPCs for existing, residential and commercial buildings for both sale and rent.
Members wishing to offer services in this area are required to complete the
Application Form and submit with the following information:
Before application please ensure you have also read and understood the
Energy Assessor Codes of Professional Conduct which have been provided specifically for your role as an Energy Assessor.
These are to be adhered to in conjunction with the
ABE Codes of Conduct provided as part of your membership of the ABE.
This protocol does not currently cover members to produce Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) under Regulation 6 of the Scottish Building Standards for the New Build sector. The ABE will be reviewing this and other areas to create further opportunities for members in the near future.
For further details on the protocol agreement view our November 2007 Journal article Energy Performance Buildings Directive - Scottish Standards. In addition you can view the full
Protocol agreement.
The fees are as follows:
| Training | Fees separate |
| Assessment of three EPCs per certifier category | £200 + VAT |
| Annual fee (includes listing on website and assessment of annual CPD) | |
| Domestic | £170 + VAT |
| Non Domestic | £250 + VAT |
| Combined fee | £360 + VAT |
| Replacement certificate | £20 + VAT |
| Complaint enquiry | £250 + VAT |
Those who are not currently members of the ABE will be required to obtain membership prior to applying for certification. For details on membership opportunities and routes available please visit the
membership area on the ABE website.
Member grade must be Graduate, Associate, Member or Fellow.