Energy conservation
Discussion paper
Buildings as batteries: how buildings can support the clean energy transition
This paper uses data provided by Buildings Alive to demonstrate the potential of load shifting in commercial buildings to reduce costs, emissions and contribute to solving some of the infrastructure challenges facing Australia’s electricity systems.
Strategy
National energy performance strategy
This document outlines a national framework for improving Australia’s energy performance. The strategy was informed by a public consultation process undertaken from November 2022 to March 2023, along with 20 roundtable sessions in 2023 and regular state and territory government engagement.
Report
Evidence base to support the development of an effective communications campaign for energy consumers
Energy Consumers Australia commissioned The Insight Centre to investigate the key elements to running a successful energy campaign for consumers and to develop key principles for effective communication to energy consumers. This report includes a review of existing audience research, the broader communications landscape, and learnings from international energy-related campaigns.
Report
Delivering sustainable apartment housing: new build and retrofit
This research investigates how Australia can supply new and retrofit older apartments so that they are sustainable - that is, they are comfortable; deliver cost reductions for householders, while minimising consumption and waste; and maximise energy efficiencies and energy management, both in their construction and throughout their lifecycle.
Report
The Victorian Healthy Homes Program: research findings
The Victorian Healthy Homes Program was a randomised controlled trial designed to measure the impact of an energy efficiency and thermal comfort home upgrade on temperature, energy use, health and quality of life. This report outlines the findings from an evaluation of the program.