What is the Green Home Scheme?
It is an independent method of assessing the environmental performance of new homes. The Scheme offers new home owners, designers, architects and developers a means by which key environmental issues can be examined, using a rating system.
Why should I have a green home?
Sustainable development of our resources has become the new goal of the future. The building industry is recognised as a major user of resources, and through good design, we can ensure these resources are used efficiently.
How can I benefit?
The Green Home Scheme offers the opportunity to:
- have a more comfortable home through careful design
- have a more energy efficient home
- help promote sustainable development
What issues are looked at?
- energy use
- water efficiency
- more sustainable materials
- indoor pollutants
- waste disposal
- and lots more!
More specifics on the design issues examined
Where to from here?
If you are still working on the design of your new home, or are just thinking about it, or just wanting to find out more about it, you can:
If you are an architect/design/building technologist and want to find out how to become a Green Home Scheme Accredited Assessor, contact BRANZ Built Environment Section directly
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