The Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard (MEES) is an important part of the UK’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions and improve energy efficiency. The MEES requires landlords to ensure that their rental properties meet a minimum energy efficiency rating of EPC Band E or higher. This means that landlords must make improvements to their properties to ensure they meet the standard.
Recent research has shown that nearly half of landlords are on track to meet the proposed deadline for meeting the MEES. This is good news for the environment, as it means that more rental properties will be energy efficient and have lower carbon emissions. It also means that tenants will benefit from lower energy bills and a more comfortable living environment.
The research also showed that the majority of landlords are aware of the MEES and are taking steps to ensure their properties meet the standard. This includes making energy efficiency improvements, such as installing insulation or double glazing, and replacing inefficient appliances with more energy efficient models.
However, the research also highlighted some areas where landlords could do more. For example, some landlords are not aware of the MEES or are not taking steps to ensure their properties meet the standard. This means that there are still some rental properties that are not energy efficient and are contributing to higher carbon emissions.
Overall, it is encouraging to see that nearly half of landlords are on track to meet the proposed MEES deadline. However, there is still more work to be done to ensure all rental properties meet the standard and have lower carbon emissions. Landlords should take steps to ensure their properties meet the MEES, as this will benefit both tenants and the environment.