We need a ‘lemon law’ to make all the homes we buy and rent more energy-efficient

April 27, 2023

Trivess Moore, RMIT University; Lisa de Kleyn, RMIT University, and Ralph Horne, RMIT University A long-awaited increase in energy-efficiency requirements for new homes is part of revised Australian construction standards taking effect on May 1. All new homes must achieve a minimum 7-star whole-of-home energy rating from October, following a six-month transition period. It’s a […]

RapidRate: AI-powered home energy insights

April 21, 2023

The challenge Making sense of home energy efficiency The case for energy efficient housing in Australia is clear.  There is growing demand for residential energy efficiency data in Australia. Residential houses and apartments account for 23 per cent of Australia’s total electricity use and 11 per cent of carbon emissions. Energy efficient homes are more […]