As part of the energy transition and the improvement of the building stock, a new decree was approved on July 22 significantly expanding the number of professionals authorised to carry out energy efficiency certifications for buildings.
This measure seeks to address the growing demand for certifications in a context of stricter sustainability and energy-saving regulations.
According to the Official State Gazette (BOE), the expansion of professional profiles represents a decisive boost to speed up certification processes, increase the sector’s capacity to respond, and ensure compliance with the climate and efficiency targets set at the European level.
The Ministry for the Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge (MITECO) has emphasised that the regulatory update will:
- Incorporate new qualifications and professional profiles with the technical skills required to prepare certificates, including vocational training graduates and other technical disciplines.
- Improve the quality and uniformity of certifications throughout the national territory through standardised processes and greater oversight.
- Reduce processing times thanks to the increased availability of accredited professionals, helping to revitalise the sector and make it easier for citizens to obtain these certifications.
This change represents a significant opportunity to modernise the installation and energy efficiency sector by opening the market to a larger number of qualified technicians and reinforcing the role of certification as a key tool in the decarbonisation of buildings. It will also enable more property owners and companies to comply with current regulations more quickly and efficiently.
You can consult the full decree in the Official State Gazette BOE.