Technisch Australia

15/01/2019

Should you open or close your house to keep cool in a heatwave? Many people believe it makes sense to throw open doors and windows to the breeze; others try to shut out the heat. Listen to talk radio during…

01/08/2018

Banking on Energy Efficiency.

There is a lot of discussion lately about the fluctuations in house prices in Australia, and exactly what is happening that may be causing a drastic drop.

There are usually a lot of factors that can affect house prices, such as employment, interest rates and the economy. We have seen a tightening of credit lately from the big banks as they undergo investigation by the Royal Commission. Mortgage repayment capacity and eligibility criteria have been changed. This may be a reason for the current dip in house prices as well.

While this may be challenging to some, it certainly presents new opportunities to building energy efficient homes. Built to Perform, the new report produced in partnership by Australian Sustainable Built Environment Council (ASBEC) and ClimateWorks Australia, shows that stronger energy performance in new buildings can, between now and 2050, save the Australian economy up to $27 billion in energy costs. For households, this could translate to savings of up to $900 per year.

As well as lowering emissions to the tune of 78 million tonnes, and helping Australia meet its Paris Climate Change agreement, it's also good news for the Australian housing market.

Major banks in Europe have launched "green mortgage" products. This is based on the simple premise that homes with lower energy bills are a less risky investment, for both purchasers and the banks who extend them credit in order to buy. Barclays of UK offered a significant discount rate for energy efficient properties.

NAB recently released the first offering of Climate Bond Certified investments, with a $2 billion offering, including $300 million based on mortgages secured by certified energy efficient houses.The response was huge, with NAB finding themselves oversubscribed by a factor of more than two to one. With billions of dollars in Australian superannuation money invested in ethical or environmentally focused funds, all the evidence suggests that this will be a growing market not just for home loan providers but for big investors. With energy prices tipped to keep rising, simple energy efficiency measures like improved insulation, or better orientation can help to keep a lid on future living costs. At a time when Australia’s ageing power infrastructure needs investment, this reduced demand could also save the nation up to $7 billion in costs to maintain and replace energy infrastructure.

The take home message? When it comes to credit to purchase property, sustainability itself is likely to help keep the Australian building industry sustainable.

02/07/2018

12/04/2018

Great to see more new homes in the north. Fantastic job by all to keep approvals moving along.

Home building "pipeline" getting bigger.

09/10/2017

All new homes, home renovations, alterations and additions need to comply with the Energy Efficiency provisions in the National Construction Code (NCC) which includes the option of complying with the 6 Star Standard.The 6 Star Standard applies to the thermal performance of a home, renovation or addi...

24/01/2017

Good work Meander Valley Council! A real driver in sustainable outcomes.

Meander Valley Council has collaborated on the largest energy efficiency project of its kind in the State. Launched today, Northern Lights will achieve combined savings of more than $16 million over 20 years and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 7,850 tonnes!
Read more...http://northernlightstas.com.au/

12/09/2015

Busy times & loving it!
Need a energy efficiency rating for your new home or extension? Call or email Kris

11/09/2015

Nissan has unveiled the 2016 Leaf and the biggest update is now the availability of a larger 30 kWh battery that gives the Leaf a driving range of 107 miles.

11/09/2015

“Free house plans: Get the specs for your climate, block size, & lifestyle here! http://t.co/XKrH6k8Arx ”

02/08/2015

Tesla's home battery, the Powerwall, could radically change the energy landscape. Here are 6 projections from guest author Maria Ramos.

28/07/2015

Keep an eye on this one, could be a game changer!

BILLIONAIRE entrepreneur, space enthusiast and consummate showman, Elon Musk, galvanised the geek world in April with his announcement of the Tesla Powerwall, a sleek 7kWh home battery unit can store solar electricity for later use.

27/07/2015

Residential building continues to do the heavy lifting in the economy, according to the latest building industry data released today.

18/07/2015

Solar power technology innovation keeps on rolling out new revolutionary developments, the latest being transparent solar panels that could allow windows to harvest energy from the sun.

14/07/2015

“How retailers are improving operational efficiencies by implementing enterprise wide programs http://t.co/TIXhgEqTx0”

06/07/2015

Interesting concept.

(Mayor Jean-Luc Raysseguier at the site of the refuse incinerator and greenhouses in Bessieres, France) Mayor Jean-Luc Raysseguier at the site of the refuse incinerator (left) and greenhouses in Bessières, France.

06/07/2015

Heating and cooling accounts for the majority of the average Australian household’s energy use but efficient building design can reduce the reliance on artificial temperature controls. To determine how efficient the design of an existing or yet to be built home is, it is given a star rating between zero and 10 stars. Homeowners can make use of these ratings to inform modifications to existing houses or in planning the designs for a new house.
Need a energy efficiency rating for your new home or extension? Call or email Kris

02/07/2015

Look out for non-compliant products.

28/06/2015

Another 6 star new house rated today.
Need your new house assessed to comply with the 6 star requirements? I would love to hear from you. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

22/06/2015

Worth looking out for on our roads.

“. heads to in Model S Can we make a whole lap on green power?”

22/06/2015

Rattling windows, doors that don’t close properly, and gaps between walls and floors create air leakage in your home known as infiltration. We know these can makes our homes difficult to keep warm during winter, but they can also make it harder to keep the hot outside air from entering our homes during summer.

17/06/2015

Technisch is a member of ABSA (Association of Building Sustainability Assessors)

17/06/2015

Three of the most important factors to retain heat are:

1. The level of insulation in your home
2. Sealing out draughts in doors, windows and chimneys
3. Window design, orientation and coverings

15/06/2015

Just remember when using an assessor "the Form 55 will only be accepted by building surveyor if that independent energy assessor is accredited by either the Association of Building Sustainability Assessors or the Building Designers Association of Victoria." - Dept of Justice

11/06/2015

Reversible ceiling fans can be effective in redistributing heat that has built up near high ceilings.

Are you building your new home or extension? I would like to offer my services for your energy efficiency rating requirements.

10/06/2015

Windows are complex and interesting elements in the fabric of a home. They let in light and fresh air and offer views that connect interior living spaces with the outdoors. However, windows can be a major source of unwanted heat gain in summer and significant heat loss in winter.

Energy efficient windows make your home more comfortable, dramatically reduce your energy costs and help to create a brighter, cleaner and healthier environment.

Are you building your new home or extension? I would like to offer my services for your energy efficiency rating requirements.

10/06/2015

Minimise the area to be heated by closing doors to areas of your home that you are not using. Being able to close off different areas allows you to heat only those areas in use at any one time. Doubling the size of the heated area can also double the heating cost.

Are you building your new home or extension? I would like to offer my services for your energy efficiency rating requirements.

09/06/2015

All insulation materials that are sold in Australia must meet Australian Standard AS/NZS 4859, materials for the thermal insulation of buildings, even if they are imported.

Are you building your new home or extension? I would like to offer my services for your energy efficiency rating requirements.

07/06/2015

Most common construction materials have a low insulating value, but some require little or no additional insulation. Such materials include aerated concrete blocks, hollow expanded polystyrene blocks, straw bales and rendered extruded polystyrene sheets. Explore your possibilities, with professional advice, whilst designing your new home.

Are you building your new home or extension? I would like to offer my services for your energy efficiency rating requirements.

06/06/2015

Orientation is the positioning of a building in relation to seasonal variations in the sun’s path as well as prevailing wind patterns. Good orientation can increase the energy efficiency of your home, making it more comfortable to live in and cheaper to run.