About Home Energy Rating
Home energy ratings have been introduced by the government to encourage acceleration
in the rate of improvement to the energy efficiency of our homes. New Zealand's housing
stock is one of the least energy efficient in the OECD and the benefits of improving
this are significant. Energy efficient homes cost less to run, are warmer and healthier,
and have less environmental impact.
Until now, energy efficiency has been something difficult to prioritise as it's not
necessarily visible, let alone comparable or quantifiable. Home energy ratings provide
homeowners with credible, comparable information about their homes plus a clear pathway
for change through professional advice.
Home energy rating assessments help people to make better decisions about their homes.
Buyers and renters are able to make energy efficiency part of their purchase/lease
decisions. Sellers can showcase the superior energy efficiency of a home with a high
home energy rating. People building or renovating can get clear advice on the best
energy efficiency measures to incorporate into their home.
The home energy rating scheme has been developed by the Energy Efficiency and Conservation
Authority (EECA), in conjunction with the Department of Building and Housing and the
Ministry for the Environment.
For more information about the home energy rating scheme, please visit EECA's
website
To find an Assessor in your region to rate your home and appliances please consult
the Find An Assessor page of this website.