ARTIbat, an unmissable event for building and construction industry players

ARTibat, the leading regional building and public works exhibition in the West, will bring together all professionals at the Rennes/airport exhibition center on Wednesday 1st, Thursday 1nd and Friday 2rd December 3, covering 2010 m65 of exhibition space.

The ARTIbat trade fair is THE gathering place for all those involved in construction, structural work, finishing work and finishing.

Based on the observation that the world is changing and that professions are evolving, the ARTibat trade show, keen to provide all the essential information to craftsmen on the evolution of the building industry in France, will present the ECO Artisan® brand on the CAPEB stand (initiator of the label), from December 1st to 3rd, 2010 at the Rennes Exhibition Center. Testimonials and presentations will help building professionals understand the usefulness of this brand in responding to the evolution of the market in light of the requirements of the Grenelle Environment Forum.

The ECO Artisan®, to meet tomorrow's market

A solution to the challenges of the Grenelle Environment Forum

In France, construction is the most energy-intensive sector, accounting for 46% of final energy consumption, or 123 million tonnes of CO2 per year (source: CAPEB). The objective of the Grenelle Environment Forum is to reduce energy consumption in homes by half on average by 2020, and by four by 2050. To address the Grenelle's requirements, CAPEB created the ECO Artisan® brand.

A brand that guarantees quality and energy expertise for individuals

The growing awareness among individuals regarding comprehensive home renovations has led to a strong demand for quality support from professionals. Tradespeople, through their privileged position as advisors to individuals, are the main influencers of the "green revolution." The ECO Artisan® brand, initiated by CAPEB and issued by QUALIBAT, aims to differentiate and promote tradespeople capable of meeting the energy renovation challenges set out in the Grenelle Environment Forum. Tradespeople thus offer their clients a thermal assessment of their homes, advise them on consistent techniques to improve their homes' energy efficiency, and finally recommend appropriate and effective solutions in their field.

ECO Artisan® in figures - September 2010 (source: CAPEB)

- 249 artisans received the ECO Artisans label in Pays de la Loire and 76 in Brittany

- 4355 exams passed to obtain the label with a success rate of 85% at the national level

- 25 craftsmen have followed the FEE Bat training in France, including 039 in Pays de la Loire

How do you become an ECO Artisan®?

Being able to meet the challenges of the Grenelle Environment Forum requires tradespeople to be trained in order to be able to assess the energy performance of a home and advise individuals in their efforts to improve their living space.

The FEE Bat training (Energy Savings Training for Building Companies and Tradespeople) is specifically designed to help tradespeople obtain the ECO Artisan® label and adopt this holistic approach, regardless of their original trade. In 2009, 12 business owners, employees, and tradespeople in the building industry participated in the FEE Bat training; the goal is to reach nearly 000 trainees by the end of 2010. This demonstrates tradespeople's awareness of the need to adapt to changes in the world and their trade.

This training is structured around 3 modules:

1st module: Identify the key elements of a comprehensive energy improvement offer for existing buildings

2nd module: Mastering software to implement a comprehensive energy improvement offer for existing buildings

3rd module: Know, master and implement high-performance technologies for improving the energy efficiency of buildings.

Although this training is not mandatory to obtain the ECO Artisan® label, it is strongly recommended and applies to all trades.

Words from artisans who have completed CAPEB training to obtain the ECO Artisan® label

Pascal CALME - Drywaller

SARL CALME PASCAL, Sainte Pazanne (44)

"I chose to do the CAPEB training to deepen my knowledge of energy renovation and to be present within the ECO Artisans® network. I also wanted to prepare for the new regulations set out in the Grenelle de l'Environnement 2 in 2012, particularly regarding airtightness."

Claude VILLENEUVE - Mason / roofer

VILLENEUVE CLAUDE Company, Bazoges en Paillers (85)

“This training allowed me to discover new energy assessment techniques and therefore to be able to respond to the demands of my clients who are increasingly concerned about living in a healthy home.”

Loïc TRUDELLE - Carpenter

SARL MENUISERIE MENARD, La Poueze (49)

"Thanks to this training, I was able to better understand the professions that revolve around mine and therefore better advise my clients on their insulation problems during a thermal assessment of their home."

Arielle BRIANZA - partner of a plumber / heating engineer in Vivier-au-Court (08)

"The Grenelle Environment Forum requires increasingly eco-friendly homes. With this training, we will be able to advise our clients on energy savings and offer them a comprehensive solution by coordinating with other government bodies."

Franck POIREL - electrician

CONTACT ELEC Company, Offemont (90)

"We're feeling an awakening, an awareness among individuals. Demand for energy savings is on the rise. New intentions are emerging. Currently, I'm getting 40 to 50% more quotes in this area than last year."

Thierry SERTILLANGES - carpenter

Company ONE TREE ONE ROOF, Ardin (79)

"Woodworking is now associated with eco-construction, and individuals are increasingly seeking advice on environmentally friendly construction methods. I needed to acquire additional skills in this area in order to develop my carpentry practice."

The ECO Artisan® brand at the ARTibat show

The ARTibat trade show is THE meeting place for construction professionals in the West. In a rapidly changing world, where energy conservation has become the spearhead of the profession, the ARTibat trade show showcases the ECO Artisan brand.

Over the course of 3 days, activities will support the testimonies of ECO Artisans present at the CAPEB stand:

- Video interviews with ECO Artisans from the Pays de la Loire

- Demonstrations of professional thermal assessment software

- Quiz for visitors wishing to test their knowledge of energy efficiency.

CAPEB representatives will be on hand at the stand every day to inform visitors about how to obtain the label and FEE Bat training.

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