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We need YOU to shape the future of Government policy
There is a major government consultation closing on 18th March that could fundamentally change how we manage and improve buildings in the UK. The proposal seeks to the include measured Heat Transfer Coefficients (HTCs) directly into Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs), using ‘SMETER’ measurement tools like our SmartHTC. This shift is the only way to accurately assess building heat loss at scale; it has the potential to completely transform how we approach both new and existing buildings.
For those of you already using Pulse for airtightness, this is the logical next step. It allows EPCs to be truly bespoke and accurate, moving away from inaccurate and unrepresentative "one-size-fits-all" defaults. Beyond the technical benefits, this creates a real market for measurement services, helping you find more work while accurately representing the actual performance of the buildings you work with.
We need your support in responding to this. In previous consultations, the majority of respondents noted that they didn’t fully understand in-situ measurements like SMETER, and that lack of awareness directly blocked its adoption. We need to work together to change this narrative; a strong showing from the people who actually use this tech will make a real difference. Anyone active in this field can reply; you don't need to be a policy expert to have your say.
Please take 5 minutes to support Question 7 (including SMETERs) and Question 8 (the practical integration of BPE data). If we don’t advocate for measurement, the next decade of energy policy will be built on the same old assumptions.
How to Take Action
We’ve made it simple to add your voice to the consultation. Follow the link below and focus your feedback on the sections where measurement can make the biggest difference:
- Consultation Link: Respond via Online Form
- Deadline: 11:59pm, 18 March 2026.
- Time: 5 minutes
Our Recommended Focus Areas & Suggested Responses:
- Question 7 (Support SMETERs): Vote "Strongly Agree" to include Heat Transfer Coefficients (HTC) derived from SMETERs. This is the only way to move the EPC from a "predicted" asset rating to represent actual performance.
- Question 8 (Implementation): Use this box to advocate for in-situ measurement. Accurate knowledge of real performance will massively improve our understanding of and the actual performance of buildings. This will help reduce bills, fuel poverty, and sick buildings. Be sure to Tell the Government that measured data (like Pulse air permeability or SmartHTC) should be able to "calibrate" the energy model directly, rather than just being "supplementary" information.
