| Energy |
| Window |
| Ratings |
| An A-G energy rating has been |
| developed for windows by the |
| BFRC. It is the same as the rating |
| systems used for household |
| appliances - such as fridges and |
| light bulbs - to clearly show the |
| products that can save customers |
| money and assist in the reduction |
| of CO2 emisions. |
| The British Fenestration Council's Window |
| Energy Rating scheme - currently a non- |
| mandatory system - calculates the overall |
| energy efficiency of glazing products. It has |
| given shoppers an easy way to distinguish |
| between the top energy saving A-C rated |
| windows and less eco-friendly alternatives. |
| Now consumers can instantly verify the |
| performance claims of manufacturers and |
| compare different window types according |
| to their need - as well as deciding which |
| product is best and, most importantly, |
| whether they're getting value for money. |
| Whilst this system is not yet mandatory, in |
| the future all window products are likely to |
| be energy rated. This will make it even easier |
| to choose the right energy efficient glazing- |
| one that generates tangible savings for the |
| home, and the environment. |
| Windows rated A, B or C are now |
| considered best practice by the Energy |
| Savings Trust and automatically awarded the |
| coveted Energy Savings Recommendations |
| logo. This is because they use much less |
| energy and therefore have less of an |
| environmental impact - as well as being |
| cheaper to run |
| Only products that have met the strict criteria |
| set by an independent panel can carry the |
| Energy Savings Recommended logo. This |
| makes it quick and easy to spot the most |
| energy efficient windows on the market. |
| For the first time ever, windows rated C and above can carry the |
| Energy Savings Recommended logo. The coveted logo is awarded |
| to the most energy efficient products that will cost less to run and |
| help prevent climate change. |
