Why are our homes so important?
On average, Australian families spend 90% of their time indoors, with two thirds of this at home. So it’s not surprising to hear that 53% of Australia’s total built environment emissions come from our homes.
Our home is one of the most important purchases we’ll ever make, so it’s important that it’s a good financial investment and a comfortable and healthy home too. What’s more, our homes need to be flexible and respond to the needs of tomorrow.
Our vision for better homes, today and tomorrow
At the Green Building Council of Australia, our vision is to create healthy, resilient and positive places for people. Our buildings have an enormous impact on our health and wellbeing, and our planet. This includes all buildings: where we work, learn, shop, socialise, and where we live.
There are three critical elements that define what a better home looks like:
With that in mind, the Green Building Council of Australia has created Green Star Homes.
The financial benefits
Green Star Homes typically reduce energy consumption by 56-60%, cutting your energy bills by $90 to $140 per month. Plus, you can access a better value home loan with a discounted interest rate. Read more about how a Green Star Home can save you money.
What about apartments?
Similarly to houses, the apartment you choose to rent or buy should improve your wellbeing, lighten your environmental footprint and run efficiently – ideally it will align with your values too. We're making it easier for you to find an apartment just like this.
There are already over 100 Green Star certified apartment buildings, for example Ed.Square in Sydney's South West, and Nightingale in Bowden, South Australia. We are currently developing a new pathway specifically for apartment buildings that will further assure the outcomes for each individual apartment within the building.
As seen on Growing Home with Jamie Durie
We are proud to be supporting Jamie Durie in his new TV series, Growing Home, on Channel 7 where he navigates the complexities of sustainable design and construction.
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Sustainable renovations
Whether you’re looking for quick wins or major improvements, our guide to sustainable renovations has practical tips on how to improve the sustainable performance of your home.
Our partners, supporting our vision for better homes
Future Homes Gold partner
Future Homes Silver partner
Future Homes Supporting partners
