The tertiary sector decree is part of a global initiative to reduce energy consumption in tertiary sector buildings in France. It requires building owners and operators to implement ambitious strategies to reduce their environmental impact. This text has become a must for players in the tertiary sector, particularly those managing tertiary buildings over 1,000 m².
In this guide, we take an in-depth look at the tertiary sector decree, its requirements, and practical strategies for ensuring compliance and optimizing the energy efficiency of your buildings.
The tertiary decree, officially known as the "decree on obligations to improve energy performance in tertiary buildings", is part of the Élan law. It requires owners and operators of tertiary buildings to progressively reduce their energy consumption, with clear targets to be achieved by 2030, 2040 and 2050.
The decree applies to all buildings with a surface area of over 1,000 m² and covers a wide range of sectors, such as offices, shops, warehouses, schools, hospitals and more.
But who is affected by the tertiary decree? This question is often asked. In short, the decree applies to :
The objective is ambitious: to reduce the energy consumption of buildings by 40% by 2030, 50% by 2040, and 60% by 2050, compared with a reference year chosen between 2010 and 2019.
The tertiary sector decree imposes concrete, measurable actions to reduce energy consumption in tertiary buildings. Here is an outline of the obligations to be met:
Building operators are required to draw up action plans to reduce energy consumption by various deadlines (2030, 2040, 2050). This is a reduction based on the reference year defined by the company.
Building owners and operators must declare their energy consumption on the OPERAT platform (managed by ADEME). This obligation is designed to monitor and validate reduction efforts.
Annual monitoring of energy performance is required to ensure that targets are met. Companies must rely on performance indicators to adjust their actions.
If targets are not met, or if data is not correctly declared, offenders risk administrative or financial penalties.
A crucial aspect of the tertiary sector decree is the automation of buildings to better control their energy consumption. This is where the BACS tertiary decree comes in, requiring tertiary buildings to be equipped with automation and control systems. These building management systems (BMS) enable real-time monitoring and adjustment of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, lighting and other energy-consuming systems.
Building Automation and Control Systems ( BACS ) play a key role in achieving energy reduction targets. Not only do they make it possible to monitor consumption in real time, they also enable rapid action to optimize usage according to the building's real needs.
Complying with the requirements of the tertiary sector decree requires a well-planned strategy. Here are a few practical steps to help you get there:
A comprehensive audit is the first step in identifying sources of energy consumption and drawing up an effective reduction plan. Building operators must draw up action plans to reduce energy consumption by various deadlines (2030, 2040, 2050). The reduction is based on the reference year defined by the company.
Installing a GTB (Building Management System) or a BACS system is essential for automating and centralizing the management of energy installations. This enables real-time monitoring of consumption and optimization of equipment.
Investing in energy-efficient technologies, such as high-efficiency heating and cooling systems, intelligent LED lighting and heat recovery devices, goes a long way towards reducing consumption.
It is crucial to train managers and technicians to use the new systems and implement more energy-efficient operating practices.
The CEE scheme enables you to obtain financial aid to finance energy improvement work. This can significantly reduce the investment cost of compliance with the tertiary sector decree.
Thanks to the monitoring and measurement tools in place (BMS, sensors, regular audits), it is possible to regularly assess the progress made and readjust actions if necessary.
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Hotels and restaurants not only need to deliver a quality experience to their guests, but also manage their resources efficiently. We offer hotel and restaurant solutions tailored to the needs of this sector. Find out more about our solutions.
Public administrations are also affected by the tertiary sector decree. Our solutions for administrative buildings are designed to meet energy performance targets while ensuring the smooth running of infrastructures. Find out more about our solutions.
In conclusion, the tertiary sector decree is an opportunity for building professionals to adopt sustainable practices and optimize the energy performance of their infrastructures. With a strategic approach and the right tools, complying with this regulation becomes an opportunity to modernize buildings while helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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