Changes in legislation for new build and major refurbishment along with the trend toward companies embracing corporate social responsibility programmes particularly to reduce energy usage.

The new EU directive about energy performance in commercial buildings being enacted to respond to global warming, may affect timeshare resorts.

This became law last April, but is still in the consultation period for implementation. Buildings in future will be rated and these rating can affect their value. Energy certifications of all buildings will be required at construction, sale or being leased.