As part of our commitment to improving the health, efficiency and sustainability of homes across Aotearoa, we work with experts across industry and government to regularly review Homestar while maintaining its reputation as one of the leading independent certification tools for new homes.
Central to our work is a focus on home health, carbon and decarbonising the built environment. Our advisors consider the impact of carbon at each stage of the building lifecycle including operational carbon, embodied carbon, energy reduction, water efficiency, surface water run-off, waste to landfill, waste reduction, and the circular economy in supporting resilient communities.
The Advisory Committee and Expert Reference Panel have been established to:
The Homestar Advisory Committee works across the Expert Reference Panel (ERP) to consolidate recommendations for the NZGBC Leadership Team and Board on all matters relating to the development of Homestar. In doing so, they are committed to ensuring that the Homestar certification system remains rigorous, market relevant, and valued by industry.
Members of the Homestar Advisory Committee are sustainability leaders with experience in rating systems and the role of independent certification in driving change. They hold senior positions in their organisations and understand the economic, social and environmental drivers that affect the adoption of sustainable building practices.
Solution Street
GJ Gardener Homes NZ
BXG Consulting
ANZ
Ecoinsite
EECA
The Expert Reference Panel assists with more detailed technical review and feedback on Homestar. Panelists are invited by NZGBC but may also be nominated
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Nikki Bucket |
Kāinga Ora |
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Rob D’Avergne |
Foley Group Architecture Ltd |
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Sam Dallimore |
BXG Consulting |
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Roman Jacques |
BRANZ |
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Ella Osborne |
BECA |
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Karl Wakelin |
Aurecon |
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Brian Berg |
Kāinga Ora |
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Lee Ann Durbin |
Enveloped Solutions Ltd |
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Denise Martin |
Oculus Ltd | Architectural Engineering |
For more information on the governance structure, or to express your interest in joining our Expert Reference Panel please contact Matthew Cutler-Welsh
Homestar is New Zealand's leading holistic sustainability certification for new home design and construction.