NCC 2022 residential energy efficiency: overview of provisions
Australian Building Codes Board
The minimum level of thermal performance has increased to the equivalent of 7 stars under the Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS).
A new annual energy use budget has been introduced for the first time, which is based on the societal cost of energy.
The annual energy use budget applies to the heating and cooling equipment, hot water systems, artificial lighting, swimming pool and spa pumps and onsite renewable energy systems (such as rooftop photovoltaics -PV).
Contents:
Policy direction
Societal Cost Of Energy
What’s Changed?
NCC Changes Apply To
National Approach
Nathers
Compliance Options
THERMAL PERFORMANCE
ANNUAL ENERGY USE BUDGET
Energy Use In Australia
Net Benefits For New Households
Nationwide Commitment
Support For Industry Transition
Some Practical Improvements From The New Provisions
