With energy bills shooting up what feels like every single day, the need to build more energy-efficient households and commercial properties has become much more apparent. Homeowners and business owners are constantly looking for ways to cut down on energy bills, and they’ll essentially invest in different solutions right from the building phase to do so.

That being said, energy efficiency upgrades in properties are a lot more complicated than simply “investing inefficient equipment.” There are many ways to cut down on energy bills and even energy use, but knowing what exactly works for you will take some effort.

Today, we’re going to talk about energy efficiency and what you must know to maximise it:

Understand the Context

There are many factors that go into the increased demands for energy efficiency in properties. For example, many homeowners are more willing to pay a premium for higher thermal comfort and lower energy bills. The movement of living a greener life has also made this movement more apparent, motivating even businesses to invest in energy-efficient solutions. Regardless, different people have their own reasons to invest in energy efficiency upgrades, and this is something you must consider to build energy-efficient properties. Some might want to lower their CO2 emissions, while others want to cut down energy costs. Knowing the context behind these upgrades will allow you to plan properties that meet their needs, ensuring they enjoy an energy-efficient residential or commercial building.

Look for Support Programs

There are many support programs out there that offer discounted products relating to energy efficiency. In fact, these programs are one of the significant factors that the drive towards energy-efficient properties are increasing, as many people want to find ways to live a greener and more affordable life. These programs include South Australia’s REES, NSW’s ESC Scheme, and more. Regardless, when you build an energy-efficient building, you can ensure the buildings comply with such programs. This can come in the form of energy savings certificates which can be used to write off against the project’s cost, making the project much more affordable for your clients.

Utilise Benchmarking Tools 

Benchmarking tools are essential for one reason: it helps you score a building’s energy efficiency before and after a particular upgrade or implementation. Many benchmarking tools and systems exist, such as the common benchmarking system NABERS rating system for common areas. Other examples of benchmarking tools and systems for specific buildings like RES and NatHERS rating systems also exist. Regardless, when maximising energy efficiency, using benchmarking tools is a must. Although the assessment can cost a few hundred dollars depending on the property’s size, it can be the difference between missing out on an upgrade that can save hundreds if not thousands of dollars in the long run or having to deal that amount in the form of energy bills.

Conclusion

These are just some of the many things you need to know whenever carrying out building projects and maximising energy efficiency. Everything from utilising benchmarking tools to test efficiency down to making the most out of support programs to make projects cheaper is just some of the many ways to capitalise on energy efficiency upgrades. Regardless, carefully considering these factors whenever building a residential or commercial property is a must. Knowing what energy efficiency upgrades are commonly used can significantly help in implementing the right solutions that lave your clients happy.

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