Building Design - getting the first steps right means that overall energy efficiency will be cheaper and easier to achieve.

Your building design

Including energy efficiency principles in home design, such as building to take advantage of the sun, can offer significant benefits.

Energy efficient homes offer a more comfortable and healthy lifestyle, have lower ongoing running costs and help the environment by reducing the demand for energy and water.

Learn here about the essential features of an energy efficient home.

Work your way through each component of your building design. It will help you make the best choices and make the most of potential energy savings.

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EECA Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority - Te Tari Tiaki Pūngao.