Mark Vender
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Next step to establishing home energy ratings
Energy ministers have released Version 2 of the Home Energy Ratings Disclosure Framework, which sets out a national approach to implementing disclosure schemes. The framework defines: The second version of the framework has been developed in collaboration between Australian, state and territory governments, as well as industry and community group stakeholders. Energy Ministers also released […]
VEU program seeks views on new targets
The Victorian Energy Upgrades program – billed as the largest energy-efficiency program in Australia – is setting emissions reduction targets for 2026 and 2027, and has produced a regulatory impact statement to present options and elicit public comment. The VEU program is a market-based scheme that provides financial assistance to households and businesses adopting more […]
HVAC&R workers confirmed as ‘in demand’
The federal government has released the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL). The new CSOL has been designed to replace what the government describes as “complex, out of date and inflexible” occupation lists in Australia’s temporary skilled visa program. The CSOL is a single consolidated list, informed by labour market analysis and stakeholder consultations by Jobs and Skills […]
Hot water heat pump working groups seek members
In July 2024, the Roadmap for Heat Pump Hot Water Systems (HPHWS) in Australia was released, outlining key actions to grow and strengthen the industry. To advance these goals, the Energy Efficiency Council, with support from the NSW and Victorian governments, established an Industry Consultative Group (ICG). The ICG supports collaboration between industry, governments, and […]
The human impact of poor indoor air quality
A new Australian report, recently launched at Parliament House, has highlighted the human impact of poor indoor air quality.
NSW braces for changes to fire safety
Fire safety practitioners and building owners in NSW are preparing for new requirements around routine maintenance of fire safety measures and accreditation. This represents the last phase of a suite of reforms aimed at improving fire safety in the state. Compliance with AS 1851 From February 13, 2025, building owners must ensure that inspection, testing […]
Building and construction sector opposes NCC freeze
Stakeholders are calling on building ministers to reaffirm their commitment to the regular three-year review and update of the NCC.
Lift off for NABERS embodied carbon tool
The much-anticipated NABERS Embodied Carbon rating tool has been launched at the EEC Buildings Energy Performance Summit in Melbourne. The tool will enable eligible new buildings and partial rebuilds to measure, verify, and compare their upfront embodied carbon with similar buildings. The launch is a major step forward in getting to grips with embodied carbon […]
GBCA offers masterclass on electrifying buildings
The Green Building Council of Australia is running an online masterclass on electrifying existing buildings on Tuesday, December 10. The course covers: “The electrification of Australia’s built environment is an imperative step on the path to decarbonisation,” says the GBCA. “But as we move away from fossil fuels, finding new, innovative, affordable and reliable ways […]
Victoria announces new building watchdog
In response to concerns about failures in the VBA and other regulatory bodies, the Victorian government has announced a new commission.
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