Energy Consultant

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The energy performance certificate of buildings is mandatory in Denmark whenever buildings are sold and rented out, as well as every 10 years for larger buildings owned or occupied by public authorities.

The energy performance certificate of buildings serves two purposes:

The energy performance certificate is carried out by an energy consultant associated with a certified company or an energy consultant approved in another EU or EOS country. The energy consultant measures the building and examines the quality of the insulation, windows and doors, heating system, etc. The energy consumption of buildings are calculated on basis of standard weather conditions, family size, operating times, consumption habits, etc.
The energy performance certificate includes recommendations for the cost-optimal or cost-effective improvement of the energy performance of a building, unless there is no reasonable potential for such improvement compared to the energy performance requirements in force.

The energy performance certificate is carried out by an energy consultant associated with a certified company or an energy consultant approved in another EU or EOS country. The energy consultant measures the building and examines the quality of the insulation, windows and doors, heating system, etc. The energy consumption of buildings are calculated on basis of standard weather conditions, family size, operating times, consumption habits, etc.

How to apply?

In order to establish as a permanent Energy Consultant you must first apply to the Danish Energy Agency.

With the application you must supply the following documentation:

Documentation of nationality,
copies of your certificates of professional competence or of the evidence of formal qualifications giving access to pursue the profession as an appointed building expert, or other relevant attestations of professional competence and evidence of formal qualifications,
documentation of any professional experience as an appointed building expert, or equivalent profession for at least one year on a full-time basis or equivalent duration on a part-time basis during the ten years prior to the application in EU-countries where the profession or the education and training leading to the profession is not regulated,
documentation certifying that you are not prevented from practicing your profession as an Energy Consultant, or equivalent profession in your home country or the country from which you come, even temporarily.

Requirements for non EU citizens and businesses

The same requirements apply as for EU citizens and businesses. Fee No fee required.

When can I expect an answer?

The Danish Energy Agency has to give you a reasoned response to your application within three months from we have received your application and complete documentation. This deadline may be extended by one month if difficulties arise that may lead to a delay.

In case of rejection

If the Danish Energy Agency rejects your application, you will receive a reasoned notification. You cannot appeal this decision to other authorities, but appeals can be brought before the courts.