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A Short and Sweet Guide to BASIX Certification

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  BASIX, short for Building Sustainability Index, is a set of guidelines and regulations introduced by Australia's New South Wales (NSW) Government in 2004.  BASIX Certificate aims to promote sustainable building practices and reduce the environmental impact of residential structures in the state.  BASIX certification applies to all new residential buildings and alterations/additions that require a Development Application (DA) or Complying Development Certificate (CDC) in NSW. Here is everything you need to know about BASIX in Australia: What is BASIX? BASIX is a sustainability assessment tool that measures the energy and water efficiency, as well as thermal comfort, of a residential building. You can use the NatHERS Assessment for fast and reliable outcomes for thermal comfort .  The tool assesses the building's design and construction elements, such as insulation, ventilation, lighting, and appliances, and then calculates its environmental impact over its lifetime. Why was