BASIX targets form part of the NSW planning system and are used to measure the environmental performance of residential developments across New South Wales.
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Understanding BASIX Targets in NSW | Energy, Water & Thermal Comfort
Topics: BASIX Accreditations Energy Efficiency Residential
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BASIX Benchmarks NSW | Thermal Comfort, Energy & Water Performance
Understanding BASIX Benchmarks in NSW
BASIX benchmarks form part of the NSW planning system and are used to assess the environmental performance of residential developments across New South Wales.
Topics: BASIX Accreditations Energy Efficiency Residential
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Five Ways to Design a Water Efficient Home in NSW | BASIX Guide
Five Ways of Designing a Water Efficient Home
Water efficiency has become an increasingly important part of residential design in Australia, particularly as building standards continue to focus on sustainability, long-term running costs, and environmental performance.
Topics: NatHERS Energy Efficiency Energy Assessment 7 Star Homes Benefits of 7 Star Homes
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Preparing for Section J approval
Preparing for a Section J assessment early in the design process can help streamline approvals, reduce redesign risks and support better commercial building performance outcomes.
Topics: NatHERS Energy Efficiency Energy Assessment 7 Star Homes Benefits of 7 Star Homes
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Commercial Glazing and Thermal Compliance in Australia
Glazing plays a significant role in the thermal performance of commercial buildings.
Topics: NatHERS Energy Efficiency Energy Assessment 7 Star Homes Benefits of 7 Star Homes
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Why Early Energy Modelling Matters in Commercial Design
Energy efficiency decisions made early in a commercial project often have the greatest long-term impact on building performance.
Topics: NatHERS Energy Efficiency Energy Assessment 7 Star Homes Benefits of 7 Star Homes
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Understanding DTS vs JV3 in Commercial Projects
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
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.
