Greece

The Greek guidelines examine how to enhance the existing EPC system by addressing specific challenges such as staff shortages in public administration and the need for improved data quality. Inside, the report evaluates various implementation pathways for integrating the Smart Readiness Indicator (SRI) and improving the training and qualification requirements for energy experts. It also explores how to make EPC recommendations more actionable for building owners, ensuring that certificates serve as a practical starting point for financial and technical advisory services.

Poland

This report focuses on upgrading the Polish EPC framework to align with the harmonized European classification system and the goal of achieving zero-emission buildings by 2050. The publication provides a detailed analysis of five structural policy priorities, including the introduction of a new A to G scale and the establishment of an independent quality control system to ensure certificate accuracy. Readers will find a proposed action plan that outlines how to integrate EPCs with other digital tools, alongside strategies for improving public awareness and perception of energy consumption data.

Hungary

In this report, the focus is on transforming EPCs from simple administrative requirements into powerful drivers for building decarbonization. The publication highlights high-priority measures such as simplifying certificate design for better user understanding and strengthening the national EPC database to support more transparent monitoring. It provides a technical analysis of how Hungary can transition to the revised EPBD requirements, including specific insights into how communication campaigns and “one-stop-shops” can be used to build trust and increase the uptake of renovation measures among citizens.

Bulgaria

The Bulgarian guideline report details a roadmap for developing a next-generation EPC scheme that emphasizes reliability and digital integration. The analysis looks at how the energy performance calculation methodology can be refined to better reflect real-world user behavior and renewable energy integration. It also outlines strategies for improving the quality of energy saving recommendations and explores risk-based quality assurance models, such as those used in other EU member states, to enhance the credibility and overall impact of the national scheme.