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How NABERS Supports Green Star Performance in Commercial Buildings

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A strong Green Star strategy is not just about design. It is about proving your building actually performs once people move in, and that is exactly where NABERS comes in. Green Star rates how sustainably a building is designed, while a NABERS Rating measures how it really runs day to day. Used together, they turn a good design into a building that genuinely delivers. If you are planning a Green Star project, understanding how these two systems connect is the key to a smoother, stronger result. What Is the Difference Between Green Star & NABERS? The two tools measure different things at different stages. Getting this clear from the start saves a lot of confusion later. Green Star assesses the sustainability of a building's design and construction. It looks at the whole picture, from materials to indoor quality, and awards a rating for how well the building is planned. NABERS, on the other hand, measures actual operational performance after the building is occupied. A NABERS ene...

Passive House Design: Innovation Towards Sustantainbility

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  Passive House is defined as a scientifically supported and evidence-based building standard that minimises energy consumption and improves health-based standards.  Passive House Certification involves implementing smart designs and following rigorous methodology. With NSW Government actively promoting zero-energy homes through updated BASIX standards, Passive House principles are becoming increasingly popular in Australia.  BASIX assessment is mandatory in NSW for securing Development Applications. Without the BASIX report, your residential project won't be eligible for legal sanctioning. What Components Are Accessed For Passive House Standards?  Thermal Comfort  In a Certified Passive House building, the internal temperatures must always remain below 25°C for more than 10% of the hours annually.  Interior surface temperature of external walls and roofs cannot be greater than 1 °C below the indoor air temperature,  Additionally, interior window surf...

3 Design Tips To Easily Comply With BASIX certificate

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  If you are designing a new home or building or planning major renovations or alterations, you must comply with the BASIX certification guidelines.  If your project is not in line with these requirements, it will not be approved for construction. BASIX has been created to ensure that new homes and buildings are more environmentally friendly while creating healthy spaces for their occupants.  In this article, we'll discuss some tips on how you can easily comply with the BASIX certificate standards. What is BASIX? BASIX is the building certification system that ensures your residential development meets all sustainability regulations. It will be mandatory for all new dwellings over 60sqm and apply to dwelling extensions and additions costing $50,000 or more.  It is a certification that covers all aspects of building design, construction and sustainability. With BASIX, you can ensure that your new residential project has been designed by keeping environmental welfare ...