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Issue 8 May 2019

Published: 22 May 2019

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Issue 2 June 2016

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Welcome

Welcome to the second edition of the Nationwide House Energy Ratings Scheme (NatHERS) Star!

NatHERS Administrator Update

Since the last update, the NatHERS Administrator has continued to deliver reforms to the program in line with activities in its 2015-18 NatHERS Strategic Plan, and in response to decisions made by state and territory and Commonwealth government representatives with oversight for NatHERS operation. 

Updated AAO protocol

The NatHERS Administrator published an updated Protocol for Assessor Accrediting Organisations (AAOs) in March of this year, which comes into effect on 1 July 2016. The current Protocol is operating during the interim period.

New look NatHERS website

Check out our NatHERS website which has recently had a major refresh!

NatHERS Video

We have recently produced a short video for a general audience to build awareness of NatHERS and to promote energy efficient design.

NEW NatHERS Factsheets

In response to common queries, the NatHERS Administrator has produced three new factsheets.

NatHERS in the News!

In March, an article was published in the Energy and Buildings Journal considering the effectiveness of NatHERS as a modelling tool to achieve higher energy efficiency and lower running costs for households.

2016 NatHERS Stakeholder Update

On May 25th, the NatHERS Administrator hosted a Stakeholder Update at the Holiday Inn, Melbourne Airport.

BERS Pro Accreditation

Energy Inspection was granted short-term accreditation for the newest version of BERS Pro, v4.3.0.1 (3.13) in April this year. The software was accredited for use for energy ratings from 1st May 2016.

Assessor Showcase – Reach for the Stars!

In our first Assessor Showcase we are featuring David Baggs of Integreco Consulting.