Energy efficiency in the public sector
Even though energy consumption in the public sector has been
reduced in many areas through a systematic approach over the past
years, even more savings can be made.
Since 1 January 2006, all public buildings larger than 1,500
m2 must renew their energy label every five years. From
1 July 2009 this will also apply to buildings smaller than 1,500
m2.
In addition to regular energy labelling of buildings, there are a
number of requirements that state institutions must comply with so
as to ensure energy-efficiency in state institutions. These
requirements have been described in a circular.
The Danish Regions and Local Government Denmark have entered into
agreements that regions and municipalities are to comply with the
same requirements as the state regarding energy efficiency.