The development of the Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) is now well advanced in Australia - but nowhere more so than in the ACT. While retaining a commitment to have a rating scheme fully compatible with the NatHERS, the ACT Government has led the way by making the rating ...
The HouseRater energy rating software suite includes two powerful products for energy partners to collect, analyze and share energy rating data. Capture over 1,200 data points on site visits and generate reports at the touch of a finger to streamline you
House as a system approach is the basis for the energy efficiency evaluation of homes. The EGH advisor investigates the energy related features of a house, estimates the home's annual energy requirements, and provides a comparative energy efficiency rating as well as providing a comprehensive ...
"Overcoming problems in house energy ratings in temperate climates: A proposed new rating framework." Energy and Buildings, 41(1): 125-132.King, S., Kordjamshidi, M., 2009 Overcoming problems in house energy rating in temperate climate: A ...
First, we looked at official dwellingapproval data. We then examinedcertificatesissued under the Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme or NatHERS. This gave us the thermal performance star-ratings of the new homes, their energy efficiency for heating and cooling and their conditioned floor areas—tha...
How Much Energy Does A 2000 Sq Ft House Use? The energy a 2000-square-foot house consumes depends on numerous factors, including the number of occupants, their usage patterns, impacts of climate and seasonality on space heating and air conditioning, and the fuel type used for heating water ...
, . Building rating systems have been actively promoted as one of the policies aiming green-house gas reduction in the building sector. However, there are no supporting evidence of its efficacy and usefulness. This study empirically analyzes the energy saving and carbon reduction effects of the ...
The same rating system is used forair conditioners, allowing for straightforward comparisons of different units. In practice, EER ratings higher than 10, expressed in units of BTU/h per watt of total electrical input rate, are desirable.
Whether you’re shopping for an air conditioner or any kitchen appliance, make sure you look for an energy-efficient model. One easy way to determine the energy efficiency of an appliance is by checking the Energy Star Rating. The higher the rating, the better energy efficiency offered by an...
Appliances are rated on an energy saving scale from A to G, and A+++ is the most efficient rating. Choosing the right model and efficiency level can help you save money on your bill. Replacing your light bulbs with LED alternatives is another way to reduce your household energy costs and...