Decarbonisation, Energy Efficiency & Subsidy Consultung

Turning climate goals into measurable progress

Energy efficiency is no longer just an operational advantage — it’s a strategic necessity. TA Europe supports investors, asset managers, and building owners in translating the ambitions of the Paris Agreement and EU Green Deal into tangible decarbonisation measures at building and portfolio level.

Our approach to decarbonisation

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Carbon footprint and transitional risks assessments across Scopes 1, 2, and 3

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Stranded Asset Check
As part of the Stranded Asset Check (SAC), also known as Carbon Due Diligence or Decarbonisation Roadmap, various aspects of sustainability are assessed and presented in a consolidated asset report. The following outlines the general scope of services provided in a SAC:
- Explanation of the SAC background
- Analysis of the available data
- Description and assessment of the current situation with regard to the 1.5°C scenario stranding point
- Proposal of improvement measures to reduce the asset’s CO₂ emissions
- Coordination of these improvement measures with the ESG and TDD teams and their reports (where applicable)
- Evaluation of the improvement measures and CO₂ emission reduction with regard to the 1.5°C scenario stranding point
- Short-, medium- and long-term costs of the proposed strategies
- Summary of the results in German or English

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Gap analysis against national and EU climate targets

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Decarbonisation roadmaps with clear reduction pathways and cost scenarios

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- Determining stranding risks using the CRREM (Carbon Risk Real Estate Monitor) methodology
- Benchmarking performance against EU Green Deal and Paris Agreement pathways

Our approach to energy efficiency

Improving energy efficiency has become a crucial factor in real estate, delivering both environmental and economic benefits. Lower energy consumption significantly reduces operating costs while cutting CO₂ emissions, supporting broader climate objectives. Modern, efficient heating, ventilation and lighting systems, along with the use of renewable energy, enhance the value and appeal of a property. Increasingly, such measures are also a prerequisite for securing public funding and more favourable financing terms.

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Energy audits and performance modelling to evaluate improvement scenarios

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Integration of results into ESG and asset management frameworks

Our approach to raising energy efficiency in your portfolio

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Status quo assessment

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Assessment of existing systems
- Evaluation of current technical systems, including the building management system (BMS), heating systems, ventilation systems, cooling systems and lighting
- Review of the building envelope
- Identification of gaps and missing documentation required for compliance with the Building Energy Act (GEG)
Energy performance certificate analysis
- Verification of the validity of the energy performance certificate (EPC) and extraction of key performance indicators
- Assessment of energy efficiency in comparison with industry standards and the overall portfolio average
- Identification of energy-related anomalies and opportunities for modernisation
Deriving next steps
- Development of recommendations for further detailed energy assessments or the planning of improvement measures

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Site inspection and gap analysis

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Verification of compliance documentation
- Identification of gaps and missing evidence required for compliance with the Building Energy Act (GEG)
Assessment of efficiency losses
- Identification of efficiency losses in the building services systems (e.g., heating, ventilation, cooling, lighting, building automation)
- Detection of shortcomings in the building envelope observed during the on-site inspection

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Recommendations and cost–benefit analysis

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Tailored strategic recommendations
- Development of a strategy and approach tailored to the size, condition and profile of each individual building
Cost estimation
- Quantification of the estimated costs in euros for the recommended technical solution and the associated operational measures

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Subsidy consulting

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Our analysis focuses on the following key areas:
- Assessment of the eligibility of CAPEX measures in line with current regulatory requirements
- Identification of suitable KfW and BAFA funding programmes under the Federal Funding for Efficient Buildings (BEG)
- Consideration of regional and municipal funding schemes relevant to the property’s location
- Coordination with the asset manager regarding CAPEX measures
- Presentation of potential funding rates and possible combinations of funding programmes

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Implementation support

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Ensuring effective execution
- Supporting the implementation of the identified energy optimisation measures
- Monitoring adherence to energy-related project targets (e.g. requirements of the Building Energy Act (GEG), ESG criteria, EU taxonomy and internal sustainability standards) across cost, schedule and quality dimensions
Quality and compliance oversight
- Reviewing the work of specialist planners and contractors to ensure compliance with energy-performance requirements
- Monitoring all contractually required documentation, such as energy calculations, funding documentation and ESG reporting
Documentation and accountability
- Ensuring fulfilment of documentation obligations by all project stakeholders

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Commissioning management

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Commissioning management is a structured, quality-assured process designed to ensure that a building, plant or technical system is started up correctly, operates as intended and performs efficiently from day one.

Key objectives:
- Correct installation, testing and calibration of all technical systems, including heating, ventilation, cooling, lighting and related building services
- Achieving the planned levels of energy efficiency and operational performance
- Ensuring a smooth and well-documented handover into regular operation