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Understanding DTS vs JV3 in Commercial Projects

By Team CE on May 22, 2026 4:19:53 PM

Commercial projects in Australia typically demonstrate Section J compliance through one of two pathways under the National Construction Code (NCC):

Topics: NatHERS Energy Efficiency Energy Assessment 7 Star Homes Benefits of 7 Star Homes
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What is PHPP? Passive House Modelling Explained

By Team CE on May 5, 2026 12:41:25 PM

What is PHPP in Passive House design?

 

Behind every Passive House is a model.

Topics: NatHERS Energy Efficiency Energy Assessment 7 Star Homes Benefits of 7 Star Homes
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Passive House Cost Australia | How Much Does It Cost to Build?

By Team CE on May 5, 2026 12:21:04 PM

Building a Passive House in Australia typically costs more upfront than a standard home.

Topics: NatHERS Energy Efficiency Energy Assessment 7 Star Homes Benefits of 7 Star Homes
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Passive House vs NatHERS Australia | Key Differences Explained

By Team CE on May 5, 2026 11:59:11 AM

Passive House

Passive House vs NatHERS Australia: Key Differences Explained

Passive House and NatHERS both relate to residential energy performance, but they are not the same system. One is commonly used for compliance. The other is a voluntary high-performance building standard.

Topics: NatHERS Energy Efficiency Energy Assessment 7 Star Homes Benefits of 7 Star Homes
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7 Star Homes in Australia — What Actually Defines a High Performance Home

By Team CE on Oct 23, 2024 3:34:43 PM

A 7 star NatHERS rating is now the minimum standard for most new homes in Australia.

Topics: NatHERS Energy Efficiency Energy Assessment 7 Star Homes Benefits of 7 Star Homes