CREATING SUSTAINABLE HOMES
HOMESTAR
About Homestar
Homestar is an independent tool that rates and communicates the sustainability and performance of New Zealand homes.
Products and materials
Third-party certification bodies are relied upon for testing and environmental assessments of products and materials with relevance to the Materials category credits.
Your Homestar project
If you are about to embark on a Homestar project, or are at the end of the process, this section contains the guidance and resources you may need.
Homestar professionals
Our industry professionals have a comprehensive understanding of NZGBC rating systems, both in terms of content and practical application.
Education
Homestar Refresher Training v4
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Green Homes Rise 10-Fold in New Zealand Since 2015
The significant increase over the last two years in new homes registering under the Homestar™ rating tool proves New Zealanders want reliable and independent assurance that they are buying and building, healthier homes that attain high standards of sustainability and efficiency.
Read More »Big hitters join the Board of the NZ Green Building Council
The New Zealand Green Building Council is delighted to announce the election of four new board members.
Read More »Why green cities make dollars and sense – Green Property Summit 2017
23 January 2017
Building sustainable future cities that are good for the planet and offer sound economic returns is the focus of the upcoming Green Property Summit in 2017.
Read More »Is this the best house in the North Island?
Eco Green Homes Ltd latest design has achieved an independently verified 10-star Home Star Design rating and a
Future cities are about liveability and wellbeing say sustainability experts
Liveability and creating healthy communities will be the focus of future cities according to international sustainability experts.
Read More »NZGBC celebrates a decade of quality building – so what’s changed?
Thursday 24 November 2016
Building green has entered the mainstream in New Zealand. As the New Zealand Green Building Council (NZGBC) marks its 10th anniversary, it’s clear that incorporating sustainability into buildings is becoming standard business practice.
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