Guide: Issuing Energy Consumption Certificates for Homes

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This guide, issued by the Saudi Energy Efficiency Center ”SSEC”, clarifies the regulatory and technical procedures necessary to obtain an Energy Consumption Intensity Certificate and Card for residential units, whether new or existing. The guide includes basic definitions of related terms, specifies its scope of application to all types of residential units, and outlines the requirements for issuing the certificate and card, which differ between new and existing units. The guide also details the procedures for submitting an application, renewal requirements, provisions for reviewing or amending data, and the mechanism for handling violations or complaints. It clarifies the rights and duties of beneficiaries, including the use of the card in real estate advertisements in accordance with regulations.

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Last modified: 12/06/2025 - 3:02 pm Time in Saudi Arabia