BAKU, Azerbaijan, December 30. All newly
constructed, renovated, or extensively repaired residential and
non-residential buildings in Azerbaijan will be subject to
mandatory energy efficiency certification, Trend reports.
The requirement is outlined in amendments to the Law on the
“Efficient Use of Energy Resources and Energy Efficiency,” which
has been approved by President Ilham Aliyev. These amendments
designate a specific executive authority responsible for managing
the energy efficiency information system, overseeing state control
of energy efficiency and resource use, maintaining registries for
energy auditors and audit organizations, organizing the
certification of building energy efficiency, and conducting
mandatory energy audits when necessary.
Additionally, the decree mandates that information regarding
energy efficiency service providers, the status of energy services,
and evaluations of efficiency potential be made publicly
accessible. This measure aims to enhance transparency, facilitate
oversight, and promote awareness within the energy sector.
