Other Resources
Providing independent information and links to guidelines and tools to help design and construct sustainable buildings.
Other Resources
This section provides information and links to guidelines and tools Aotearoa New Zealand architects, designers, specifiers and builders can use in the design and construction of sustainable buildings.
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New Zealand Life Cycle Assessment ToolsDatabases on the environmental impact of building materials.
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Energy Performance ToolsTo help you assess buildings’ thermal performance, calculate greenhouse emissions, and specify efficient windows, doors and materials.
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Design GuidesGuidelines on sustainable building and urban design.
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Building Rating Schemes/ToolsTo help you rate homes and neighbourhoods’ energy use and sustainability.
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Eco Design AdvisorsA free service that provides information about energy and water use and materials on house building projects