HIPs
Will they make us more eco-conscious?

The government says that the arrival of home information packs (HIPs) will have only a transitory effect on the market, but many industry commentators believe there is still widespread ignorance of the scheme.

They claim that the energy performance certificate (EPC), an obligatory part of the HIP, should make us more eco-conscious, as it’s grading of a home’s energy efficiency will suggest ways to limit the burning of fossil fuels. Lower gas and electricity bills will be another plus.

Among the few who are aware of HIPs, there is a keen interest in the EPC, which is set to become a cool badge of environmental awareness. Owners with no intention of selling will employ an energy inspector to complete an EPC for their home as proof of its eco-conscious credentials.

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Article date: 09.07