Government introduces strict energy efficiency mandates for public buildings

Under the new regulations, design documentation for any facility funded through the state budget must include a dedicated "Energy Efficiency" section. These project blueprints must be developed strictly on the findings of comprehensive energy audits. Furthermore, newly commissioned or renovated public buildings will be required to achieve an energy efficiency rating of at least class "C".

The government resolution outlines specific minimum baseline requirements for state-owned properties. Future construction and renovation blueprints must integrate solar panels capable of covering at least 50–60 percent of the building’s total electricity demand. Additionally, solar thermal collectors must be installed to satisfy at least 60 percent of the facility's hot water supply requirements.

Designers must also incorporate heat pumps, radiant underfloor and wall heating configurations, energy-conserving cooling apparatuses, and automated "smart" climate control systems. To minimize thermal loss, exterior windows must utilize energy-efficient triple-glazed glass structures, and building entrances must feature draft–blocking vestibules designed to trap indoor warmth.

Structural shells will also undergo upgrades, with building facades, roofs, foundations, and ground floors required to be insulated using modern thermal materials. Government officials emphasize that these interventions aim to curb national energy consumption, drive down long-term operational costs for public facilities, and significantly scale up the utilization of renewable energy sources across the country.

To streamline implementation, state institutions will be required to procure energy-saving equipment, insulation materials, and renewable energy installations through a specialized electronic platform beginning July 1, 2026.

Looking ahead, the Cabinet of Ministers plans to formulate a system by August 1, 2026, to offer graded rental discounts for state properties based on verified improvements in their operational energy efficiency. The sweeping legislative package also contains a comprehensive roadmap spanning the 2026–2027 period, targeting systematic energy efficiency upgrades across social institutions, key economic sectors, multi-family apartment blocks, and private residential households.