Latest news and regulatory updates about NatHERS energy ratings, building codes, and energy efficiency in Australia.
The Australian Building Codes Board has published an extensive range of resources to help building practitioners understand and implement energy efficiency requirements across the National Construction Code. The resources span residential and commercial buildings, with new tools and guidance supporting the transition to improved energy standards.
CSIRO has developed a new online dashboard to help Australians understand the nation's progress towards more energy-efficient homes. The portal uses data from over 130,000 NatHERS energy rating certificates added annually to reveal state-by-state energy performance trends.
CSIRO has developed a new interactive dashboard to help stakeholders monitor Australia's progress towards more energy-efficient homes, using data from over 130,000 NatHERS energy rating assessments added annually.
CSIRO has developed a new data portal that provides insights into Australia's progress towards more energy-efficient homes, using data from over 130,000 NatHERS energy ratings added annually.
The Australian Building Codes Board has released its latest updates, including a February CEO update from Adrian Piani and the availability of the NCC 2025 preview for stakeholders interested in upcoming building code changes.
The Green Building Council Australia has released a series of significant announcements and reports in March and early April 2026, ranging from new sustainable data centre programs to insights on build-to-rent housing and Green Star certification milestones.
The National House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) is progressing major milestones for its expansion to existing homes, with new assessor accreditation providers and training pathways being established for 2026.