Docklands ecologically sustainable development (ESD) guide
All commercial developments in Docklands are required to meet the minimum standards laid out in the Melbourne Docklands ESD Guide.
Building Code of Australia mandatory energy efficiency measures
Mandatory energy efficiency provisions have been introduced to the Building Code of Australia for all building classes and these measures are scheduled to be increased in the 2010 update of the code. Building owners need to be aware of the provisions that apply to any retrofit or refurbishment works they undertake.
Visit Australian Building Codes Board for more information about energy efficiency.
Mandatory disclosure of building energy efficiency
The Australian Government is developing a national scheme which will require the energy efficiency of all commercial buildings to be disclosed at the time of sale or lease.
The intent of this program is that potential buyers or tenants can compare the energy efficiency of different buildings on a like for like basis.
Visit the Department of the Environment for more information.