Abstract
This paper analyzes whether energy performance certificates (EPCs) serve as means to reduce the information asymmetry among market participants during the sale of homes. Using a sample of 876,000 single-family homes in the Netherlands, we examine the impact of EPC adoption on the speed of sale. Our results indicate that energy-rated homes sell faster than non-energy-rated homes, an effect that varies by 7–12 percent depending on model specifications and increases when positive (green) ratings are granted. The information conveyed by these certificates reduces the information asymmetry between buyers and sellers, which helps to reduce the uncertainty of quality.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 102270 |
Journal | Journal of Environmental Economics and Management |
Volume | 98 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Nov 2019 |
Keywords
- energy performance certificate
- information assymmetry
- housing market
- time on the market
- energy efficiency