The DPE (Diagnostic de performance énergetique) is a French energy performance certificate.
Since November 1st, 2006, an energy performance certificate should be established as well as a diagnosis of asbestos, lead and termites at the sale of an existing home with the promise of the sale.
The energy performance certificate must be attached to any real estate sale, and since July 1st, 2007 it has to be attached as well to any leasing contract (at the signature or renewal of the lease).
The objective is to contribute to save energy and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
The certificate is a document that includes the amount of energy actually consumed or estimated for the use of a standard building, as well as a an energy efficiency rating according to reference values so that consumers can compare and assess their energy performance.
The certificate should be accompanied by recommendations for improving energy efficiency, thus, in case of work or replacement of equipment, to optimize interventions to control energy consumption and thus to help reduce costs for the inhabitants and to limit greenhouse gas emissions. |
