RGE reform: CAPEB obtains the experimentation of the qualification "site by site"

Since the entry into force on January 1, 2021 of the decree of December 24, the Confederation of Crafts and Small Enterprises in the Building (CAPEB) is satisfied with the experiment launched for two years to implement the qualification " site by site ”, which she was alone in asking.

This project mobilized CAPEB and the public authorities for nearly two years. And without the will of the Minister of Housing, this experiment would certainly not have been put in place.

If all the players - customers, companies, public authorities - want an efficient energy renovation of housing, the CAPEB is convinced that this success will necessarily go through the use of craft construction companies present in the territory. Thus the massification advocated by the public authorities should more easily see the light of day with a greater number of companies able to carry out assisted work.

“We have always defended the direct access of small construction companies to the energy renovation market. As part of the RGE system, our companies are not afraid of being judged on the quality of the work and they aspire to have administrative formalities reduced to their strict minimum. It is important not to leave competent companies by the side of the road, I am thinking of those who have left the RGE system and those who are not able to access it for insufficient activity. The "site by site" qualification will enable them to carry out work and, I hope, subsequently to integrate the RGE system. Thus, more of our customers will be able to benefit from government assistance. I would like to thank the public authorities for having accepted to launch this experiment, which will allow massification to begin under secure conditions. We know that our companies are ready to take up the challenge of energy transition. "
Jean-Christophe Repon, President of CAPEB

Bravo for this simple and credible device

In accordance with CAPEB's wishes, this system is credible in that it requires minimum criteria (being up to date with social contributions, registration in the trades directory, two-year seniority, etc.) and thus makes it possible to avoid opportunists or fraudsters tempted to take advantage of the windfall of this market. Finally, the strength of this system lies above all in the systematic control of the projects carried out. Simplicity and credibility are all promises which will lead companies to enter RGE qualification quite naturally and which will allow customers to be completely secure.

To be continued

Admittedly, there are still adjustments to be made and especially to integrate the field of renewable energies on April 1 so that the system is fully operational. The CAPEB, alongside the public authorities, will actively mobilize to monitor and manage this experiment.