Opt for passive solar designs in your new home

Passive solar home design is designing a home that leverages the natural climate and surroundings to maintain a comfortable temperature inside the home all year round. Using heating and cooling systems accounts for approximately 40% of energy use in the average Australian home.

Did you know that opting for renewable energy gives you the opportunity to substantially reduce or eliminate your power bill? It’s as simple as installing a 1.98kw solar power system to your new home.

Each of the eight main climate zones in Australia has its own climatic characteristics that determine the most appropriate design objectives and design responses. Identifying your own climate zone and gaining an understanding of the principles of thermal comfort will help you make informed design choices for your home. The Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS), with its star classifications, is an additional resource that's quite useful.

• Location

• Orientation

• Shading

• Sealing

• Double Glazing

• Insulation