The BASIX assessment and NatHERS process is an ever evolving practice which requires extensive knowledge of available materials, passive heating and cooling strategies and how to design in an ecologically sustainable manner. Although to complete and sign off on the BASIX process one must be a certified assessor. The assessor’s background does not play a large role in determining their competency in assessing a building’s efficiency. Therefore, the question is raised as to who is the most qualified or most knowledgeable to be completing the BASIX assessment?
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Who do you want doing your BASIX Assessment?
By Maud Dassen on Apr 26, 2020 1:14:41 PM
Topics: ESD Architecture BASIX Opinion Residential
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Do I need a BASIX Certificate for a Relocatable Home?
By Maud Dassen on Apr 26, 2020 12:45:51 AM
You really need to check with the council.
While not particularly a ‘relocatable home’ as it sounds like an existing residence, not a new prefab one, this is the only information on the BASIX website:
Topics: ESD Architecture BASIX Residential
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Beginners Guide: Thermal Mass
By Maud Dassen on Apr 25, 2020 12:01:25 PM
Want to learn more about optimising the thermal comfort of your project? Read below to learn the basics regarding the Thermal Mass capabilities in certain building materials!
Topics: Thermal Comfort Sustainability Energy Efficiency Thermal Performance Cooling Residential Commercial
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Tips to achieving a 6 Star Energy Rating
By Maud Dassen on Apr 25, 2020 11:58:34 AM
NatHERS, (or Nationalwide House Energy Rating Scheme), provides a rating system to determine the thermal comfort of Australian homes through software simulations. This system rates from zero to ten stars. The more stars a home gets the more comfortable the occupants will feel when living in the house/unit without additional cooling or heating systems. A building is unlikely to need any artificial heating or cooling system if it gets a 10 star rating.
Topics: Architecture NatHERS Thermal Comfort Thermal Performance Residential
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How the DA process works in NSW | From Pre-DA to Finish
By Maud Dassen on Apr 25, 2020 11:51:30 AM
Prior to commencing most types of developments in NSW, you will have to lodge a Development Application (DA) with your local council.
Topics: BASIX NatHERS Sustainability Residential
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Top Tips on how to pass BASIX
By Deniro Stocks on Apr 25, 2020 11:48:30 AM
BASIX (Building Sustainability Index) assesses the energy and water efficiency of your development. It is one of the most important planning tools currently operating in NSW to ensure buildings are being developed to operate in a sustainable manner. In NSW the State Government requires that a BASIX Certificate is attached to all development plans when submitted for DA approval.
Topics: ESD BASIX NatHERS Thermal Comfort Sustainability Energy Efficiency Residential
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NSW: Here is why we need BASIX homes
By Chloe Huang on Nov 14, 2019 1:00:00 PM
Topics: BASIX NatHERS Climate Residential
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Promoting Sustainability in Indigenous Communities
By Chloe Huang on Nov 8, 2019 10:00:00 AM
The $500 million Indigenous Infrastructure Investment Fund (IIIF) allocated to both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander groups can be used not only to increase their economic participation, but also promote sustainability in critical resources they have no or limited access to. In this article, we will dig deep into how the funding can be used to promote sustainability in Indigenous communities.
Topics: ESD BASIX NatHERS Sustainability Construction Energy Efficiency Residential Commercial
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Here’s what you need to know about BASIX
By Deniro Stocks on Nov 6, 2019 3:00:00 PM
Obtaining a Building Sustainability Index (BASIX) certificate is vital in the development application process in New South Wales and is applicable to all new residential dwelling types. This sustainable, water-efficient, and energy-saving measure is strictly implemented to those who are building a new home.
Topics: BASIX Accreditations Energy Efficiency Residential
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The Evolution of Environmentally Friendly Windows
By Chloe Huang on Oct 11, 2019 3:00:00 PM

