New GACS obligation for office buildings
Meet the 2026 building automation requirements on time! As of January 1, 2026, it will be mandatory for non-residential buildings with a heating or air conditioning system exceeding 290 kW to implement a Building Automation and Control System (BCS). This obligation also applies to smaller buildings: as of January 1, 2030, this law will also apply to systems above 70 kW.
Source: https://ondernemersplein.overheid.nl
Request a free consultation and discover the possibilities SWYCS offers to meet these new requirements.
The SWYCS energy management system
Real-time insight
In consumption per building, zone, and installations.
Automatic control
Smart integrations
With your existing systems, regardless of brand or type.
Reports
What must the system be able to do?
The GACS system must constantly monitor and store energy consumption, and you must be able to adjust it. Additionally, you must check how energy-efficient the building is, identify problems with technical systems, and notify the manager of how improvements can be made. The system must also work together with other technical systems and devices in the building, even if they are from a different brand or manufacturer.
Why this is important for your building
As a building manager or owner, you naturally want to avoid fines and sanctions. Additionally, you want to reduce energy consumption and save costs. This also helps achieve sustainability and ESG goals.
How SWYCS helps you comply
With the SWYCS energy management system, you are ready for the GACS requirements:
• Real-time insight into consumption per building, zone, and installations.
• Reports that comply with the new legislation.
• Smart integrations with your existing systems, regardless of brand or type.
• Automatic control, so you not only comply but also save.
Are you ready for 2026?
SWYCS is happy to help you.
The new GACS obligation for office buildings requires more than just compliance with regulations. It is about gaining insight into and actively managing energy consumption and installations within your building. With the right approach, GACS becomes not a burden, but rather an opportunity to optimize processes, reduce costs, and improve comfort.
By combining smart technology and real-time data, you gain control over performance, prevent peak loads, and prepare your building for the future. In this way, an obligation is transformed into a strategic advantage for both the organization and the building’s users.
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Why choose SWYCS?
All-in-one IoT platform for building management, workplaces, and sustainability.
Works with your existing systems
No major renovations or high replacement costs. SWYCS integrates seamlessly with your current infrastructure.
Real-time data & insight
Up-to-date insight into occupancy, air quality, temperature, energy consumption, and CO₂ emissions, anytime and anywhere.
Quick to implement and scalable
Live within a few weeks, suitable for one building or hundreds of locations.
User-friendly software and app
For both facility managers and end users
(e.g., employees and/or students).
Ready for sustainability and reporting
Helps achieve sustainability goals and
reporting obligations
(such as ESG, CSRD, and CO₂ reduction).
Experienced partner in various sectors
SWYCS is active at universities, healthcare institutions,
offices, and
government agencies, among others.