Can Solar Panels Improve Your NABERS Rating?

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Energy Efficiency regulations are becoming increasingly stringent in Australia. And therefore, commercial and residential building owners need to comply with sustainability standards to maintain a brand in the market.    NABERS, Section J, and JV3 assessment are three sustainability measuring scales applicable for commercial buildings. 

What Is NABERS Rating?

NABERS is an acronym for the National Australian Built Environment Rating System. 

It functions similarly to the energy star ratings you see on electrical appliances but applies to commercial buildings. The NABERS rating considers energy, water, waste, and the indoor environment.

NABERS star ratings begin from 1-star, indicating a start, to 6-star, reflecting market-leading standards. The NABERS assessment helps building owners and managers measure their assets' environmental performance, impact, and progress, and the ratings are updated annually.

Installing commercial solar panels is one of the easiest ways to achieve exceptional sustainability standards and good NABERS ratings. 


Similarly, BASIX consultants also suggest installing residential solar panels for clean energy generation and easy compliance with BASIX energy-saving standards. 

Why Solar Panel Efficiency Is A Major Component For Improving NABERS Rating?

  • Solar panel efficiency measures how effectively and efficiently a solar panel functions to transform sunlight into electrical energy.

  • It is an important element to consider while selecting a solar panel for installation in your commercial project. 

  • Naturally, higher-efficiency solar panels will generate more electricity than low-efficiency ones, given the same sunlight intensity and exposure duration.

  • This output performance highlights how efficiently your business operates on clean sources of energy. You can also install battery storage to use the generated solar energy even during the night or on cloudy days. 

  • Consequently, your dependency on renewable sources of energy will be reduced drastically, leading to a greener impact on the environment and a higher NABERS Rating. 

Also Read: A Practical Insight To NatHERS Assessment

Is Installing Commercial Solar Panels Worth Your Investment? 

In the Australian subcontinent, installing commercial solar panels or roofing solutions is an excellent choice. High-efficiency solar panels offer the following benefits: 

  • Significantly reduced and, in some cases, completely eliminate electricity expenses for building operations. 

  • Protect your tenants and your commercial building against electricity rate inflation

  • Generate passive income with several incentive programs

  • Become eligible for commercial solar tax credits/exemptions. 

  • Reduce greenhouse gas production and establish yourself in the market as "green" commercial property, translating into a higher NABERS Rating.

  • Attract premiere tenants and get handsome value during the lease or sale of the property. 

Services Provided By Professional Building Consultants

Professional building consultants are trained and experienced in providing sustainability advice to improve the performance of a residential or commercial project.


NABERS and BASIX consultants offer a plethora of services. You can choose a particular plan depending on your individual project requirement. 


NABERS consultants generally specialize in the following three offerings:


  • Improvement plans: Environmental consultants and specialists offer insightful, innovative, and site-specific recommendations to increase your NABERS Rating.

  • Monthly monitoring: Many experienced consultants also offer monthly monitoring & regular sustainability reports. This service is optimal for developers or building owners aspiring to achieve high ratings and detect unexpected performance issues before the official NABERS assessment begins.

  • Sustainability consultation: A knowledgeable team of sustainability experts can provide a wide array of efficient and practical sustainability solutions to support your commercial building's sustainability goals. 

    Hire an experienced and reputable building construction agency and enjoy the benefits of sustainable development. 







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