Technical articles

Last updated: 15 December 2021
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Although technical in nature, these articles provide builders, designers or interested home buyers high-level information to support the delivery of more energy-efficient homes.

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Getting the most out of solar – part 1
Drawing on modelling data, we explain the difference between ZNC, ZNE and NB homes from a construction, cost, sustainability and liveability perspective.
Getting the most out of solar – part 2
Combining Solar PV and energy-efficient design to make things more cost effective and efficient for builder and home buyer.
Positive impacts of a whole-of-home approach on energy performance
A whole-of-home approach to energy efficiency considers the performance of appliances and their impact on overall energy use, greenhouse gas emissions, and cost.
Insulation installation and air tightness
This article includes 3 videos that provide useful information for trades and supervisors on how to correctly install insulation and seal a building,
The ins and outs of as-built verification
An as-built verification (ABV) assessment gives confidence to builders and buyers that a home’s shell will perform to the standard that it has been designed to.