


What is the BER Pathway?
The BER Pathway is Metec’s bespoke service offering, providing landlords and property owners with a comprehensive roadmap for upgrading low-performing buildings.
This service begins with an in-depth audit of the property, assessing the mechanical and electrical (M&E) systems, energy usage, and building management systems (BMS).
This service begins with an in-depth audit of the property, assessing the mechanical and electrical (M&E) systems, energy usage, and building management systems (BMS).
By leveraging our engineering expertise, we deliver a detailed 'shopping list' of actionable upgrades to align your buildings energy performance with the EU Taxonomy framework and achieve a higher Building Energy Rating (BER).
The requirements of the European Green Deal and the EU Taxonomy for Sustainable Activities mean that building owners and landlords are under increasing pressure to align their properties with the latest environmental regulations. These frameworks have set ambitious energy efficiency and carbon reduction goals, compelling property stakeholders to reassess their assets.
Metec’s BER Pathway service is designed to help landlords navigate these challenges while enhancing the performance and value of their buildings.
Metec’s BER Pathway service is designed to help landlords navigate these challenges while enhancing the performance and value of their buildings.


Why is the BER Pathway important and what are the benefits to property owners?
The Building Energy Rating (BER) is a critical metric for understanding and improving a building’s energy efficiency and environmental impact. BER ratings serve as a tool to measure and communicate how efficiently a building uses energy.
A building’s rating, ranging from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient), can influence its marketability, operational costs, and ability to meet evolving legal standards.
A building’s rating, ranging from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient), can influence its marketability, operational costs, and ability to meet evolving legal standards.
For landlords, a higher BER rating is more than a compliance metric — it’s an opportunity to:
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Avoid Stranded Assets:
Without necessary upgrades, low-performing buildings risk becoming stranded assets - properties that fail to meet environmental standards and cannot be leased or sold due to non-compliance with a framework like the EU Taxonomy.
Enhance Marketability:
High-performing, energy-efficient buildings are more attractive to tenants and investors, providing a competitive edge in the property market.
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Strengthen Reputation:
Aligning properties with sustainability standards enhances the owner's reputation as an environmentally responsible stakeholder, fostering trust and credibility in the market.
Comply With Regulations:
Ensures alignment with EU directives and prepares buildings for future legislative requirements, mitigating the risk of penalties or obsolescence.
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Futureproof Building Stock:
By upgrading systems and infrastructure, owners can extend the lifespan of their buildings, reduce maintenance costs, and ensure long-term resilience against evolving standards and market demands.
Improve Air Environment:
External air quality is improved by eliminating on-site gas combustion.
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Access Green Financing:
Energy-efficient upgrades can unlock opportunities for green financing and lower borrowing costs.
Avail of Green Letting Rates:
High-performing buildings often command higher rental yields, as tenants increasingly seek properties that contribute to their own sustainability goals.
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By transforming a low-performing property into a high-performing one, owners not only safeguard their investment but also gain access to a range of economic, social, and environmental benefits, ensuring sustained profitability and relevance in the market.

What is the BER Pathway?
Our process is rooted in precision and innovation:
1. Initial
Assessment
Assessment
We collect and analyse key building data, including drawings, operation manuals, and energy bills.
2. 3D Modelling
We then create a 3D model of your building to simulate energy performance. The model provides a clear roadmap for action. This baseline enables the development of a tailored BER Pathway, outlining the specific upgrades required to transform the property into a compliant, high-performing asset. By leveraging this model, Metec identifies key areas for enhancement, guiding property owners toward sustainable and regulatory-compliant solutions that optimise building performance.
3. Custom
Retrofit Plan
Retrofit Plan
Based on our findings, we provide a tailored road map outlining the necessary upgrades. This plan outlines the specific upgrades required to enhance energy efficiency, achieve compliance with the EU Taxonomy, and transition the building into a high-performing asset.
Why Choose Metec?
Our sustainability team is experienced and knowledgeable in building services engineering.
From energy modelling to retrofit design, we bring a unique blend of expertise in mechanical and electrical systems, sustainable design, and cost management.
Our proven track record includes high-profile projects such as the Irish Life HQ, showcasing our ability to deliver sustainable results.
From energy modelling to retrofit design, we bring a unique blend of expertise in mechanical and electrical systems, sustainable design, and cost management.
Our proven track record includes high-profile projects such as the Irish Life HQ, showcasing our ability to deliver sustainable results.

Take the First Step
Not sure where to start? Answer these simple questions about your building to receive a personalised checklist with key considerations for alignment to incoming EU Regulations:
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Meet the Team
Leadership
Sustainability
Scott Caldwell
Associate Director, Head of Sustainability


Sustainability
Adam Whelan
Sustainability Engineer


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Evan Leung
Sustainability Engineer


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Laxmikant Gaikwad
Sustainability Engineer


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Catarina Costa Goncalves
Sustainability Engineer


Sustainability
Marwa El Zoghby
Sustainability Engineer



Ready to transform your building?
Contact Scott and our sustainability team today to learn how Metec can help you achieve a better BER rating and unlock the full potential of green retrofits.
By transforming a low-performing property into a high-performing one, owners not only safeguard their investment but also gain access to a range of economic, social, and environmental benefits, ensuring sustained profitability and relevance in the market.
Downloadable Green Retrofit Shopping List

