Sustainable new era for units begins
Source: Queensland. Minister for Infrastructure and Planning. Media Release
"All new units will be required to achieve a minimum five stars (out of 10) energy equivalence rating from today as part of Bligh Government’s move towards more sustainable housing.
The new law is part of the State Government’s sustainable housing policies to lift environmental standards for new homes, offices and government buildings in Queensland.
Infrastructure and Planning Minister Stirling Hinchliffe said the initiatives would help achieve a key Towards Q2: Tomorrow’s Queensland goal by lowering electricity use and greenhouse gas emissions.
“Queensland is pioneering a range of sustainable policies in the built environment that will cut carbon dioxide levels and help develop new clean, green industry jobs,” Mr Hinchliffe said.
A five-star requirement was introduced for all new houses, townhouses and major renovations in March 2009, and from today this measure will apply for all new units and those undergoing major renovations."