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Energy efficiency is becoming an increasingly important issue in Turkey as it is worldwide. Problems such as global warming, insufficient energy resources and foreign dependency, as well as international obligations such as the Paris Climate Agreement and the Green Deal, make energy efficiency an inevitable goal for both individuals and institutions. In this context, new regulations enacted in Turkey include important steps towards energy efficiency.
The Regulation on Energy Performance in Buildings published by the Ministry of Environment, Urbanisation and Climate Change aims to reduce energy consumption in the construction sector and minimise environmental impacts. The regulations introduced especially for new buildings raise the bar for energy efficiency.
Highlights of the New Regulation
Amendments to the regulation directly affect the licensing process for new buildings. All buildings with a total construction area exceeding 2,000 square metres must now meet the Nearly Zero Energy Building (nSEB) criteria. Such buildings are required to have an energy identity certificate class of at least ‘B’ and at least 10% of their primary energy needs must be met from renewable energy sources.
Transition Period Practices
The new regulation envisages a gradual transition process:
- Between 2023 and 2025, the renewable energy ratio will be 5% for buildings with a total construction area exceeding 5,000 square metres.
- As of 1 January 2025, this rate will be increased to 10% for buildings with a construction area exceeding 2,000 square metres.
Whether the buildings meet these criteria or not will be evaluated with the preliminary calculation results of the Energy Performance Certificate during the licence application.
Investing in the Future with Energy Efficiency
The amendments to the regulation are an important step towards a more sustainable future in energy efficiency. The new regulations will not only contribute to environmental sustainability, but also offer economic benefits by reducing energy costs. It is of great importance for all stakeholders in the construction sector to quickly adapt to these innovations, both in terms of sectoral development and the energy policies of our country.
