Energy Rating News
BCA Section J 2013 Changes
May 1, 2013 | Green RateChanges in BCA 2013 mean that all commercial buildings will now require a BCA Section J report.
10 Star House Challenge
Jul 16, 2012 | Green RateGreen Rate awarded recognition for successfully designing a 10 Star House at the 2012 BDAV '10 Star Challenge'.
BCA 2012 Changes – Energy Efficiency
May 1, 2012 | Green RateOnly minor changes to the energy efficiency provisions in the newly released BCA 2012.
Scrap 6 Star Rating: Baillieu's About-Face on Housing
Apr 17, 2012 | Royce Millar and Adam MortonPremier Ted Baillieu has abruptly abandoned a proposal to scrap mandatory energy ratings for new homes in Victoria.
6 Star Mud Brick Homes Study
Aug 24, 2011 | Green RateGreen Rate appointed to conduct study into the viability and potential costs involved in building a 6 Star mud brick home.
Part J BCA 2011: Summary of Changes
Aug 24, 2011 | Green RateA summary of changes in Part J BCA 2011 energy efficiency regulations for commercial buildings.
Deemed to Satisfy: Lighting, electrical, insulation...
June 20, 2011 | Green RateLighting, electrical, building sealing and services: A guide to BCA 2011, Deemed to Satisfy 6-Star requirements for residential Class 1 buildings.
6 Star Energy Rating Victoria
May 5, 2011 | Green RateStraightforward and to the point; all the information you need to know about Victoria's move to a 6-Star energy efficiency standard for new homes and alterations.
Efficient House Design: Windows, insulation & more
May 2, 2011 | Green RateA simple guide on energy efficient home design and how to achieve a 6+ star energy rating.
6 Star Rating for New Homes in Victoria
Feb 14, 2011 | Green RateAll new homes, alterations and additions will need to comply with an increased 6 star House Energy Rating (HER) in Victoria on 1 May 2011.
