1. Obligations to building owners
   • Prevention of heat loss through external walls and windows.
   • Efficient utilization of energy for air conditioners, ventilation systems, lighting, water heaters, elevators.
   • Owners of specified buildings should report on energy saving measures before the construction.
     (specified buildings : other than housings, with floor space of 2,000m2 or more)
2. Guidance and standards for the building owners on building design and construction.
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Evaluation Criteria for clients on the rationalization of energy use for Buildings

Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry / Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport Notice No.1, March 30,1999 (amended : March, 2006)

1. Prevention of Heat Loss through the Outer Walls, Windows, etc. of Buildings (PAL, CC)
2. Efficient Use of Energy by Air Conditioning Equipment
3. Efficient Use of Energy by Mechanical Ventilation Equipment Other Than Air Conditioning Equipment
4. Efficient Use of Energy by Lighting Equipment
5. Efficient Use of Energy by Hot Water Supply Equipment
6. Efficient Use of Energy by Lifting Equipment