What Is JV3 Modelling? Everything You Need to Know About NCC Section J

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  JV3 modelling is a way to prove a commercial building meets the energy efficiency rules in Section J of the National Construction Code. Instead of checking each building part against a fixed standard, it uses energy software to assess the whole building as one system. This gives designers flexibility that the standard checklist does not allow. A JV3 Assessment is one of two accepted paths to Section J compliance. This guide explains how JV3 works, when to use it, and why it matters. What Is JV3 Modelling? JV3 is a performance-based pathway under Section J. It compares your proposed building against a reference building that already meets the standard rules. Your design passes if it uses no more energy than that reference building. This is the core of JV3 Modeling. Rather than forcing every element to meet a fixed figure, it looks at how the whole building performs together. The modelling is carried out using approved energy simulation software. How Does JV3 Work? The process rel...
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Sure-fire Methods to Raise Your Building’s NABERS Rating

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National Australian Built Environment Rating System or NABERS is the most crucial government rating system that evaluates the performance of Australian buildings, homes as well as tenancies. Mostly by using the utility bills, NABERS measures waste management, water usage, indoor environment quality, and overall impact of the building on the environment. 

Tenancies and buildings are measured from one to six stars. Six stars are considered to be the most excellent performance of the building with 50% fewer greenhouse discharges than 5 stars. On the other hand, a one-star rating has a great scope of improvement.

Why is NABERS Important for You?

If you are a landlord who wants to sell the property, then having a high NABERS would be a great way to get the tenants who are ready to pay a premium price for your property. Moreover, it is compulsory to disclose the NABERS rating while selling or giving commercial space on a lease, if it is more than 1000 square metres. If you are a tenant, you can enjoy a pleasurable working environment with lower utility bills. The rating can also present you with transparent and accurate information to compare buildings according to their energy cost before committing to a lease. 

How to Improve NABERS Ratings

By making some minor changes in your building, you can easily improve the NABERS ratings of your building. To make it easier for you, we have provided certain quick-fix ideas which can surely improve the rating. Have a look!

Now, as you know NABERS rating is the central rating system, you must consider it for your building. Let us see how these rating can be improved! 
  • Fix LED Lights- A mere change of light bulb can reduce your lighting energy by 80%. You can also install motion sensors which only works when there are people in the room.
  • You can install double glazing or insulation to reduce the usage of air conditioner and heater.
  • It is advisable to upgrade the ventilation, heating, and air-conditioning systems to avoid excessive electricity bills.
  • You can also turn off the air conditioner or change the temperature so that the system does not need to work more.
  • You can also use a renewable source such as solar onsite or can also purchase power from approved Green Power.

We hope the above-given methods would help you to increase the efficiency of your building. You can also upgrade your electrical instruments; however, you will find a tremendous change in the return of investment if the upgrade is done at the right time. You can do minor changes like upgrade LED lights than the standard lights. Make use of natural light in day’s time. You can also reduce the effect of greenhouse emissions by planting new plants in the garden area or by installing indoor plants.

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