BASIX is short for Building Sustainability Index is a NSW initiative to ensure residential homes and apartments are built with potable water, fewer greenhouse emissions and to provide more comfort for the occupant.

WHAT ARE IT’s OBJECTIVES?

Water: The initiative and the backbone of BASIX – is that it sets targets for reducing water consumption in residential buildings. It requires the use of rainwater harvesting, the use of water-efficient fixtures, and well-designed landscapes.

Energy : Homes must achieve a certain level of energy efficiency. Some ideas to help achieve this is the use of insulation, efficient heating and cooling systems, and the use of renewable energy sources like solar panels. Read the rest

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