Commercial projects in Australia typically demonstrate Section J compliance through one of two pathways under the National Construction Code (NCC):
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Understanding DTS vs JV3 in Commercial Projects
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
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?
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
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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Certified Energy’s NatHERS Existing Homes Trial Participation
Existing Homes
Certified Energy’s Participation in the NatHERS for Existing Homes Trial
Certified Energy participated in the NatHERS for Existing Homes Trial as part of the wider transition toward consistent home energy ratings for existing Australian homes.
Topics: ESD NatHERS Energy Efficiency Energy Assessment 7 Star Homes Announcement
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7 Star Homes in Australia — What Actually Defines a High Performance Home
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
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Designing for 7 Star NatHERS on a Budget
Cost Effective Design
Designing for 7 Star NatHERS on a Budget
Achieving a 7 Star NatHERS rating does not always mean choosing the most expensive products. In many projects, the most cost effective pathway comes from better early design decisions, clear documentation and targeted performance improvements.
Topics: NatHERS Energy Assessment
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Choosing the Right Energy Rating Consultant
Why does the choice of energy rating consultant matter?
The right energy rating consultant can significantly influence:
