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Tag: energy efficiency
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Camfil filter maintains WELL certification
Camfil Australia’s Opakfil ES V-Bank air filter has maintained its Works with WELL designation.
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Louvreclad launches Aerion Series vertical performance louvre
Australian company Louvreclad has released its independently tested Aerion Series vertical performance louvre, which is a finalist in the 2025 AIRAH National Awards.
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GBCA launches updated Green Star tool
The Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) has released its Green Star Buildings v1.1 rating tool, which strengthens action on carbon, nature and circular economy while simplifying delivery for project teams.
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More seed funding for Conry Tech
Australian HVAC start-up Conry Tech has raised a further $3 million in seed funding, taking its total funding to $13 million.
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AIRAH and FMA announce Reshaping Existing Buildings Conference
The inaugural iteration of Reshaping Existing Buildings will take place in Melbourne from June 3–4, 2026.
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Global experts unite at Building Simulation 2025
The 2025 Building Simulation Conference – co-hosted by IBPSA Australasia and AIRAH – brought the world’s brightest minds in the built environment to Brisbane for a week of vital, future-focused discussions.
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The case for modernising residential cooling expectations
Darren Bee calls for changes to the National Construction Code, including making multi-zoning cooling/heating systems compulsory in new builds.
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Ziehl-Abegg releases new generation fan unit
The company says its new ZAplus fan unit has enhanced bionic features that reduce noise and energy consumption.
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ABB launches integrated motor drive solution
ABB has launched the LV Titanium, a plug-and-play variable speed motor platform designed to enhance energy efficiency.
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Building confidence in performance prediction
Team Catalyst Director PC Thomas makes the case for an accreditation scheme for professionals working in building performance simulation.
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Allvent launches HVLS Hyperblade series
Allvent Ventilation Products has introduced the HVLS Hyperblade series, which it says transforms comfort and climate control in large spaces.
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Researchers develop bioplastic metafilm for cooling
An international team of scientists has developed a biodegradable material that could reduce cooling demand.
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NatHERS coming soon to existing homes
The Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) has released further details of how it will be expanded to existing homes.
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Seeking peer reviewers for cooling tower guide
AIRAH, with support from the ARBS Foundation, is updating its design application manual on cooling towers – DA17 – and is seeking peer reviewers.
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NABERS releases new prediction tools
NABERS has announced the release of its new prediction tools, which factor in the upcoming 2025 benchmark.
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VEU to provide insulation rebates
The Victorian government has announced that it will subsidise residential ceiling insulation through the VEU program from 2026.
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DA17 update: raising the bar for cooling towers
AIRAH, with support from the ARBS Foundation, is redeveloping a key resource to help improve the efficiency and safety of cooling tower systems.
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AIRAH Award winner earns coveted Cambridge scholarship
AIRAH Award winner Poorya Shaghaghi, Stud.AIRAH, has won the 2025 Clare Hall Decarbonisation Studentship from Cambridge University.
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Daikin introduces new inverter heat pump
Daikin Australia is introducing a new heating and hot water solution called the EWYE-CZ air-to-water inverter heat pump.
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Next step in the VEU’s strategic review
A new discussion paper about the Victorian Energy Upgrades program has been released for public comment, to kick off the next stage of a major strategic review.