Resources

Australian Building Codes Board

The ABCB manages the national construction code which includes the energy efficiency requirements for residential and commercial construction.

https://www.abcb.gov.au

ACT Planning and Land Authority

ACTPLA accredits energy assessors for work in the ACT. The list of current assessors is found here.

http://www.actpla.act.gov.au/topics/hiring_licensing/employ_professional/energy_assessors

Building Sustainability Index

BASIX applies to residential development in NSW. The assessment tool is found here.

https://www.abcb.gov.au

Equipment Energy Efficiency

E3 covers the energy rating of appliances. The site includes a comprehensive product database showing the energy star rating of electrical appliances.

http://reg.energyrating.gov.au/comparator/product_types/

Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards Scheme

WELS labels a range of products for energy efficiency.

http://www.waterrating.gov.au

Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme

NatHERS is the national star rating scheme. It sets standards for professionals and the software they use.

http://www.nathers.gov.au

Window Energy Rating Scheme

WERS rates the energy impact of windows in housing across Australia. The site includes a database with the specifications of residential and commercial windows.

http://www.wers.net

Your Home Design Guide

This government site includes a buyer’s guide, renovators guide and technical manual – all packed with useful information.

http://www.yourhome.gov.au