FAQ

The feasibility study provides information on the possibility of using renewable energy in a new building. A feasibility study is mandatory for all new buildings.

According to Article 3 of the Grand Ducal Regulation of 30 November 2007 on the energy performance of residential buildings, as amended, and Article 4 of the Grand Ducal Regulation of 31 August 2010 on the energy performance of non-residential buildings, as amended, a building permit can be issued only if the EPC is complete and the minimum and general energy efficiency requirements contained therein are met. This applies to residential and non-residential buildings alike.

The EPC is an integral part of the building permit and, as such, the municipality must check the document to verify that it is complete. Minimum and general building energy efficiency requirements must be met.

If you have sufficient roof space, whether you are a private individual, a company, a farmer or a local authority, you can now have photovoltaic panels with a capacity of up to 200 kW_p installed without setting up a cooperative.

To create or join an energy cooperative, you can install panels on any large roof area, such as on a private, municipal, company or farm building.