NABERS is expanding to new sectors
NABERS is committed to creating a sustainable built environment by reducing carbon emissions and minimising water usage and landfill waste.
As part of our commitment to meet the Australian government's 2050 net zero emissions targets, we're working hard to expand the NABERS rating tool to more building sectors through NABERS Accelerate.
NABERS Accelerate is a program that facilitates collaboration with industry experts to advance the development and adoption of new NABERS ratings.
NABERS is currently expanding to private hospitals and medical centres.
NABERS Accelerate workstreams
Developing a rating tool for a new sector requires robust data collection and strong industry engagement. A large and diverse dataset helps ensure that a broad range of building types and operational profiles are represented, enabling accurate and meaningful benchmarking. Input from industry experts is also essential to provide insights into the practical realities and unique characteristics of the built environment within the new sector.
Participants contribute information about their buildings, including key building characteristics and annual energy and water consumption data. This information is used to establish industry benchmarks, ensuring that new NABERS ratings accurately reflect the performance of buildings across the sector.
To support the development process, advisory panels are established to bring together building owners, facility managers, industry experts, peak bodies, and other key stakeholders. Panel members provide technical expertise, sector insights, and ongoing feedback throughout the tool development process.
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Data collection for benchmarking Provide data on site characteristics, in addition to annual energy and water consumption for technical benchmarking. |
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Advisory panel The advisory panel consists of key industry stakeholders in new sectors, who are consulted through regular meetings during the rating tool development. |
Why should I participate in NABERS Accelerate?
NABERS Accelerate is essential to developing new rating tools.
Participating in NABERS Accelerate is an opportunity for you to help shape the development of new NABERS ratings and contribute to the creation of credible national benchmarks.
We invite you to work with us to develop rating tools that reflect the unique characteristics and operational requirements of your sector. If you are interested in participating in data collection, advisory groups, or learning more about the program, please contact us.
How can I get involved?
If you work in a sector we are expanding to, or have expertise that could support rating development, we encourage you to get involved. Your insights will help ensure future NABERS ratings are practical, credible and relevant to industry needs.
If you or someone you know works in, or has significant involvement in these sectors, please contact us to get involved.