Every building has an impact on the environment. In fact, buildings use 40% of the world’s energy, emit 40% of the world’s carbon footprint, and use 20% of the world’s available drinking water. In Australia, if you own, manage or occupy a building, a NABERS rating can provide you with a simple indication of how well you are managing these environmental impacts compared to similar buildings.
A NABERS accredited rating delivers demonstrated financial benefits, such as reduced operating costs, increased value, increased rental income and reduced vacancy rates. It helps you save money by reducing energy and water use and greenhouse gas emissions.
According to the September 2011 results of the IPD Green Property Index3, buildings with a NABERS Energy rating deliver significantly higher returns than non-rated buildings or low rated buildings. Buildings with a NABERS Energy 4 and 5 star rating consistently outperformed all comparable office buildings by 150 basis points over the two years to September 2011.
To find out more please see the NABERS Website: