Solar potential of schools
An energy audit at Remuera Intermediate School also investigated the potential of photovoltaics to give the school an independent energy supply and income from feeding surplus electricity into the grid.
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By Zhi Jian (David) Wong, Hugh Byrd – 1 October 2011, Build 126
An energy audit at Remuera Intermediate School also investigated the potential of photovoltaics to give the school an independent energy supply and income from feeding surplus electricity into the grid.
By Dr Nalanie Mithraratne – 1 August 2007, Build 101, Feature article
With home ownership in New Zealand changing on a 7–9 year cycle, long-term considerations may seem irrelevant to some homeowners. But taking a long-term view could have positive benefits for our health, the environment and our pockets.
By Nick Brunsdon – 1 December 2017, Build 163
Designers and builders enjoy a broad and ever-increasing range of cladding options for walls and roofs. While appearance is a prime consideration, it is useful to consider the upfront and lifetime costs.
By Andrew Pollard – 1 August 2008, Build 107, Feature article
As electricity shortages and increasing energy costs hit home, interest is growing in renewable energy sources, like the sun. A recent 3-year study identified some issues around solar water heating and found the key is getting the installation right.
By Sunil Bura, Mike Duke, Tim Anderson and Mark Lay – 1 April 2008, Build 105
A new solar collector system, being developed at the University of Waikato, integrates neatly into standard roofing iron and can generate both electricity and heat.
By Lois Easton – 1 August 2012, Build 131, Feature article
The house repair work under way in Christchurch offers the perfect opportunity to improve the performance of earthquake-damaged homes with little additional disruption. The question is how to make the most of this rare opportunity.
By Roman Jaques, Stephen McNeil, Gleb Speranski – 1 August 2021, Build 185, Feature article
Recently, BRANZ responded to MBIE’s consultation document Building Code update 2021. This article provides an overview of the BRANZ response to Proposal 1 Energy efficiency for housing and small buildings.