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Hello All,
I am fairly new to this forum and thought I might introduce myself. I am a building energy rater and run the business Green Rate in Melbourne.
I perform the mandatory 6-Star Energy Ratings for proposed new homes, prior to building approval. I also provide the equivalent in the commercial building arena, which involves the preparation of a Section J Report (also known as a Part J report).
The purpose of these assessments is to ensure that new buildings are designed and constructed to minimise the amount of energy they will need to artificially heat and cool. In addition, new to the BCA regulations in 2011 are certain provisions for efficient design of artificial lighting and pool and spa heaters and pumps.
When designs are brought to us for an energy rating and they do not meet the minimum requirements for energy efficiency, it is our job to put forward a range of options and recommendations for changes to the design and/or specifications. This usually involves addressing areas such as insulation, glazing, building sealing, lighting, and shading.
These are the various building energy reports that we provide:
- 6-Star Energy Rating
- Section J Reports (Part J Reports)
- Deemed-to-Satisfy Reports
- FirstRate 5 Reports
If anyone has any questions in relation to energy ratings, section j reports, or energy efficient building design, please don't hesitate to send me a message - I am more than happy to assist. |
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