7 Star Energy Rating
R-Value vs. U-Value: What’s the difference?
R-value and U-value are important measures in building sustainability but can be confusing. Let us explain what they mean and their key differences.
Read MoreNatHERS vs. BASIX: What Builders Should Know
NatHERS and BASIX are crucial assessments for sustainable housing in Australia. Let’s understand how they work and the major differences between them.
Read MoreHow is Insulation and Glazing Calculated With a 7-star Energy Rating
Want to achieve a 7-star rating for your home? Remember, insulation and glazing—are the two most important aspects that make all the difference.
Read MoreHow to Reduce Insulation and Glazing Specifications for a 7-Star Energy Rating
Insulation and glazing are often considered the main drivers behind energy efficiency in a home and for a good reason. They decide how much heat enters the interiors and how much of it escapes. Problems arise when people start focusing more on materials and expensive upgrades instead of working on passive design principles to improve…
Read MoreHow Does the Energy Rating Software Calculate a 7-Star Energy Rating?
There are four accredited softwares that can be used to prepare a 7 star energy rating report. Accurate, HERO, FirstRate 5 and Bers Pro. The option to prepare an energy rating to assess the dwellings thermal performance provides a more accurate energy assessment over the elemental provision pathway found in the NCC 2022: Part H…
Read MoreWhat are the Two Options to Achieving a 7 Star Energy Rating?
Australia has made net zero a clear priority with the release of the 2022 National Construction Code (NCC), which targets residential spaces. The NCC requires architects and builders to create homes that reach the 7-star energy standards, resulting in benefits like lower energy bills, limited greenhouse gas emissions, and a healthier living space. Since building…
Read MoreWhat is the Best Process to Achieve a 7-star Energy Rating?
The most significant change introduced in Australia’s National Construction Code (NCC) was raising the minimum energy rating from 6 to 7 stars. The country has made this crucial push to ensure that all new residential places consume less energy and are generally better for residents. Thankfully, achieving the new 7-star rating won’t be difficult if…
Read MoreWhat is the Difference Between a 6-Star & 7-Star Energy Rating?
Australia has made sustainable homes and energy-efficient residential spaces a policy priority. Most territories have already upgraded to the new 7-star energy rating, while the rest are also preparing for this move. This is being done to achieve Net Zero by 2050, and residential energy efficiency is a major part of it. The National Construction…
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