Guidelines

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  • Design for the sun
    Guidelines
    7 April 2009

    This manual has been created for architects, builders and design professionals. It provides comprehensive and conceptual information and guidance for designing energy efficient and passive-solar houses in New Zealand.

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  • Guide to smarter insulation
    Guidelines
    25 March 2009

    As a nation, we are committed to using energy wisely and efficiently. As a New Zealander, you can do your bit to help. Improving the energy efficiency of your house means both lower power bills and a warmer, more comfortable home.

    Much of the energy we use in our homes and buildings is wasted or could be reduced. Produced by the Department of Building and Housing, this guide provides detailed information on initiatives to reduce energy use in new homes and buildings.

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  • New Zealand Standard for Installing Home Insulation
    Guidelines
    1 March 2009

    NZ Standard NZS 4246:2006 - Energy Efficiency - Installing Insulation in Residential Buildings

    This Standard is intended to provide clear and sound guidance to installers of insulation to
    ensure that the design thermal performance and thermal durability of the building element
    is achieved.

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  • List of accepted insulation products
    Guidelines
    30 September 2009

    List of insulation products (ceiling insulation, under floor insulation and electric hot water cylinder wraps) accepted for use under the Warm Up New Zealand: Heat Smart programme as at 18 November 2009.

    The list is updated on a regular basis - please contact EECA's Technical Team on 0800 358 676 for confirmation that the list posted here is the most recent version prior to making any material decisions in respect of any product and/or the programme.

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