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Eco Australian states and territories for energy efficiency related requirements for the building industry including BASIX Certificates, NatHERS thermal assessment, BCA Section J DTS report, BCA Section J JV3 alternative solution assessment, NABERS rating,BEEC, and Energy Plus building energy modelling. Eco Certificates established in 2009 by providing energy efficiency and sustainability consulting services for buildings to comply with energy efficiency requirements of the Building Code of Australia as well as other statewide regulations

Relocation of a Building – Is BASIX Necessary?

Eco Certificates11 Jan, 2024Real Estate

If you have ventured into the residential development sector in Australia, you might have come across the term ‘BASIX Certificate’. But what does the term signify? The BASIX, or Building Sustainability Index, is the NSW government-initiated scheme that assesses a residential building’s energy and water use and indoor environment quality. Now, you might wonder when it’s necessary to have a BASIX assessment or certificate. Do you need it when relocating your home? We will learn about the BASIX, the BASIX certificate’s importance, the BASIX assessment requirements, and whether a BASIX certificate is necessary for a relocatable home.

How Does Ceiling Height Impact the Energy Demand?

Eco Certificates09 Jan, 2024Real Estate

Ceiling height plays a crucial role in the energy demand in indoor spaces. Since Australia is focusing on constructing energy-efficient buildings to reduce carbon emissions and environmental impact, architects and designers are trying to plan energy-efficient living environments in the buildings. In order to reduce a building's energy consumption or demand, it's crucial to select the appropriate ceiling height. In this article, we'll discuss the impact of ceiling height on a building's energy demand.

Green Star and JV3 Assessment – What You Need to Know?

Eco Certificates08 Jan, 2024Real Estate

Are you looking forward to using alternative solutions to meet the building's energy efficiency requirements or planning to get a Green Star Rating for Ecologically Sustainable Development (ESD)? This article will discover the discrepancies and similarities between Green Star and JV3 Assessment energy models.

NABERS Rating – What Can You Expect in 2024?

Eco Certificates05 Jan, 2024Real Estate

The NABERS Rating system is one such vital building’s environmental performance rating system that can see some changes in the upcoming year. NABERS is used predominantly to benchmark and report a building’s performance and offers ratings for energy, water, and the indoor environment. This article discusses what you can expect from the NABERS rating system in 2024.

TOP BUILDING DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION TRENDS IN 2024

Eco Certificates05 Jan, 2024Real Estate

NatHERs, BASIX, and many other sustainable building environment-promoting standards, the NSW Department of Planning has crafted the Sustainable Buildings SEPP to simplify and coordinate the planning and designing of sustainable buildings. The construction industry in Australia is about to transform with several emerging building design and construction trends. Let’s look at the top sustainable building design and construction trends in 2024.

Everything You Need to Know About the Resale Value of Energy-Efficient Homes

Eco Certificates19 Dec, 2023Real Estate

Do you know that residential buildings in Australia account for around 24% of the country’s energy use and more than 10% of its total carbon emissions? Everyone in Australia desires an energy-efficient home as it’s not only comfortable to live in but also saves a lot on energy bills. These two can be vital factors for prospective homeowners or renters. Even a review of international research discovered that energy-efficient homes usually fetch a higher price. An energy performance rating like the BASIX Certificate is an ideal way to show how energy efficient a home could be. Many countries have mandated that sellers obtain and disclose a home’s rating to potential buyers.

NCC BCA Section J: Key Considerations for Property Development in Australia

Eco Certificates15 Dec, 2023Real Estate

The aim of this provision is to reduce or target the release of greenhouse gas emissions, mostly resulting from construction activities, all across Australia. This plan or report has been in action since 1997 and has been upgraded with new clauses and rules over time. The NCC BCA, Section J report is meant to summarise and highlight the energy-efficient requirements associated with the construction of a particular building in Australia within the local or national area regulations. In this article, you shall get a clear glimpse at how the upgraded NCC NCA Section J report imposes specific considerations for the property development attributes.

Importance of Basix Certificate for Residential Buildings in Nsw

Eco Certificates14 Dec, 2023Real Estate

If you have plans on developing a new residential building in New South Wales (NSW), you need to obtain a BASIX certificate for you to get approval for the construction. This article forward and give you a clear understanding of what’s BASIX Certificate is and why it is important for the property owners and the environment.

A Detailed Guide on the Indoor Environmental Quality with NABERS Rating

Eco Certificates12 Dec, 2023Real Estate

The air and environmental quality of the indoor spaces at the office cannot be neglected either! Looking after the need to assess and improve the indoor environment, the NABERS Indoor Environment (IE) rating was introduced alongside the NABERS Energy and Water rating. In this article, you will get a clear insight into some of the intricacies associated with indoor environmental quality, its assessment methods, and the core components associated with NABERS.

Sustainability Financing What is It and How Can You Benefit from it?

Eco Certificates11 Dec, 2023Real Estate

The Australian Government is requesting feedback on the proposed Sustainable Finance Strategy, and for this, the Commonwealth Treasury issued a "Sustainable Finance Strategy" consultation paper on 2 November 2023. Australian Government has already released many standards and schemes such as NatHERS, BASIX, NABERS, and more to build energy-efficient buildings in the country. This article covers sustainable finance strategy, its benefits, and the reforms required to implement it in Australia.