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Visualising the Impact of Climate Change on Landscapes

By Jamie Bonnefin on Apr 20, 2023 11:47:03 AM

Viewshed diagrams are a powerful tool for visualising the potential impact of climate change on landscapes and informing adaptation strategies. These diagrams depict the areas visible from a particular vantage point and provide valuable information about the surrounding landscape, including land use, topography, and vegetation cover. They are widely used in landscape planning, environmental impact assessments, and natural resource management.

Topics: ESD Sustainability Energy Climate Green Star Rating viewshed
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Emerging Technologies of Visual Impact Assessments

By Jamie Bonnefin on Apr 20, 2023 11:46:28 AM

Visual Impact Assessments (VIA) are an essential process used to evaluate the potential environmental impact of proposed projects on the surrounding community. These assessments help identify potential negative effects on the environment, wildlife, and people. 

Topics: ESD Emerging Materials Sustainability Energy Climate visual impact assessment
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Should All Commercial Projects Have A WUFI Model Created?

By Jamie Bonnefin on Mar 7, 2023 2:26:36 PM

What is a WUFI Model?

Topics: Architecture Star Rating Sustainability Energy Insulation Materials Residential Commercial
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Energy Rating Consultant

By Jamie Bonnefin on Jul 1, 2022 12:37:09 PM

You might be in a hurry when you are looking for an energy rating consultant for your NatHERS. But be aware of choosing too fast and ending up with a consultant that will not deliver quick results. We have written 4 tips we think you should know before choosing your energy rating consultant.

Topics: BASIX Energy Energy Assessment
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Why Passive House is the latest update in Australian Sustainability

By Deniro Stocks on Oct 9, 2019 11:00:00 AM

Very recently, New South Wales had the first two certified Passive houses (also known as Passivehaus) constructed in Sydney's North Shore and the Blue Mountains. But what exactly is a Passive House and what impact could there be in the building and construction market?

Topics: Energy Climate Materials Cooling Passive House Residential
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Five Ways of Designing a Water Efficient Home

By Deniro Stocks on Oct 1, 2019 11:00:00 AM

With New South Wales currently going through a drought, now is the best time to find out ways of increasing water efficiency for your next residential project. This helps in working towards a BASIX certificate, here are five ways that you can design a water efficient home:

Topics: BASIX Energy Energy Efficiency Materials
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How Suntuitive is Improving Glazing Technology

By Deniro Stocks on Jun 21, 2019 9:48:22 AM

Suntuitive brings the future to life with smart, self-tinted window glazing. When installed to residential or commercial buildings this technology provides improved climate control and greatly enhanced energy efficiency for both single and double glazed window systems. Other benefits of this thermocromic dynamic glass technology are noise reduction and glare moderation resulting in more expansive views.

Topics: NatHERS Thermal Comfort Energy Insulation Windows Solar Climate Materials Cooling Residential Commercial
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FIFA’s Impact on Building Sustainable Stadiums

By Jamie Bonnefin on Oct 24, 2018 4:32:48 PM

Figure 1shows FIFA World Cup trophy and official football (1)

Topics: ESD Architecture Sustainability Construction Structure Energy Energy Efficiency