Getting Energy Efficiency Right 

During 2018 and 2019 the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning in partnership with the Victorian Building Authority completed a series of audits into building sites. Compliance with the energy efficiency requirements prescribed in the building permit, the applicable “National Construction Code (NCC) and the relevant Australian Standards.”

In this series of videos, we’re going to look at the common issues identified and discuss how these can impact on the buildings energy use and the easy methods to make sure you’re providing the best result for you and your client.

Getting Energy Efficiency Right - Understanding the regulations (Part 1)

 In this first video series of Getting Energy Efficiency Right – Understanding the regulations (Part 1), Dr Philip Alviano discusses:

• Why it’s important to get your paperwork right
• Why it’s important to install correct products
• Getting installation correct and why it’s important.

Getting Energy Efficiency Right - Windows (Part 2)

 In this second video series of Getting Energy Efficiency Right – Windows (Part 2), Dr Philip Alviano discusses:

• The importance of windows in detail (Rylock Windows and Doors)
• What’s specified is correct and installed correctly
• How product substitution can lead to non-compliance issues
• Providing tips on the correct procedures.

Getting Energy Efficiency Right - Insulation (Part 3)

 In this third video series of Getting Energy Efficiency Right – Insulation (Part 3), Dr Philip Alviano discusses:

• The importance of insulation in more detail (Granted Constructions)
• How production substitution and poor installation practices can lead to non-compliance issues
• Providing tips on how to avoid these issues.

Getting Energy Efficiency Right - Building wrap and sealing (Part 4)

In this final and fourth video series of Getting Energy Efficiency Right – Building wrap and sealing (Part 4), Dr Philip Alviano discusses:

• The importance of building wraps and sealing in more detail (Granted Constructions)
• How production substitution and poor workmanship practices can lead to non-compliance issues
• Providing tips on how to avoid these issues.

Getting Energy Efficiency Right Webinar 

This webinar is presented by Dr. Phil Alviano, in partnership with the Victorian State Government. The webinar will improve your understanding of your obligations under the energy efficiency requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC), detail the VBA Energy Efficiency Program and compliance issues identified by the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning, and the Victoria Building Authority and highlight considerations that will help you to build better homes that are comfortable, healthy and energy-efficient.