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The Future Of Energy Compliance And The Role Of JV3 Modelling

By Jamie Bonnefin on Aug 18, 2025 3:30:01 PM

As energy compliance becomes increasingly stringent, JV3 modelling emerges as a crucial tool for achieving sustainable building outcomes and meeting the demands of future codes.

Topics: JV3
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Common Mistakes To Avoid When Preparing A JV3 Assessment

By Jamie Bonnefin on Aug 18, 2025 3:17:21 PM

Avoiding common pitfalls in JV3 assessments can save time, money and ensure compliance. Learn the key mistakes to avoid and how Certified Energy can streamline the process.

Topics: JV3
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How JV3 Modelling Helps Architects Unlock More Design Flexibility

By Jamie Bonnefin on Aug 18, 2025 2:59:36 PM

Discover how JV3 modelling empowers architects with unparalleled design flexibility, surpassing the limitations of DTS or Section J compliance in the construction industry.

Topics: JV3
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Streamline Compliance Reporting with JV3 Energy Assessments

By Jamie Bonnefin on May 12, 2025 3:01:28 PM

Unlock the potential of your commercial construction projects with JV3 energy assessments as a streamlined compliance pathway under the National Construction Code (NCC).

Topics: JV3
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Section J vs JV3, Know Which Method Suits your Project

By Jamie Bonnefin on Nov 14, 2024 5:30:00 PM

To ensure a seamless approval process that doesn't hold you down or end up costing more than it should, it's critical to determine which compliance technique works best for the development early on.
In this article, we're going to discuss:

Topics: Deemed to Satisfy Section J JV3 Commercial
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How to Manage Rising Building Costs with JV3

By Jamie Bonnefin on Mar 7, 2023 12:57:05 PM

A JV3 Report is an alternative assessment method for non-residential buildings which uses a reference building to compare the overall assumed energy consumption of new buildings with respect to their location and climate. Whereas, alternatively a Section J Report offers a simpler assessment and is more suitable for less complex projects. 

Topics: Section J JV3 Commercial
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Section J vs. JV3 - When to use Which Compliance Method

By Jamie Bonnefin on Feb 28, 2023 9:32:04 AM

What’s the difference between a Section J and JV3?

Topics: ESD Section J Architecture Sustainability JV3 Commercial
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What you need to know about the National Construction Code Calculator

By Deniro Stocks on Oct 31, 2019 1:00:00 PM

The National Construction Code (NCC) 2019 has brought in a raft of changes including a facade calculator which will assist in providing compliance for wall and glazing provisions. This will make the process for JV3 reports amongst other certifications to continue to reduce the carbon footprint for future building plans.

Topics: NCC Sustainability Accreditations JV3 Climate Commercial