Masterclasses

Embodied Carbon Masterclass

In our Embodied Carbon Masterclass you'll learn how to measure embodied carbon, what methodologies and tools are available, and what data to collect

To achieve New Zealand's net zero emissions target by 2050, we must tackle the challenge of measuring and managing embodied emissions in buildings. With that in mind, we worked across with experts throughout the sector to develop a consistent method for measuring embodied emissions. The outcome is an approach to measurement that allows for consistent, comparable and reliable benchmarking.

This masterclass provides a hands-on overview of this leading approach, and a walk through of the methodology and calculators for emboded carbon and lifecycle impacts. 

Keeping Cool Masterclass

In this masterclass for industry professionals, you’ll gain an understanding of overheating and the importance of the issue for homes in New Zealand. This masterclass will provide practical steps for designers to improve summer comfort.

The intention for this is masterclass to increase the awareness of overheating as an increasingly important issue for homes in New Zealand. This session will provide practical steps for designer to improve summer comfort, understand the causes of overheating, how to assess overheating risk and what the possible solutions are to address overheating risk. 

Climate Resilience Masterclass

Our buildings, communities and systems can be disrupted by the impacts of climate change and to minimise the impact of shocks and stresses it is essential that we prioritize resilience and readiness measures for our built environment.

This masterclass will provide an insight into where New Zealand’s built environment is currently at with Climate Resilience and explore how Green Star credits can be used to inform and respond to Climate change risks. Industry Experts will be sharing their practical insights in preparing for climate and operational risks. 

Electrifying Existing Buildings Masterclass

If you are developing a business case for electrification and considering, for example, alternatives for gas boilers or systems, this is the course for you! Fuel switching is a key step in EECA’s Commercial Buildings Sector Decarbonisation Programme and important to help future proof our existing building stock by lowering emissions. 

Bobby Shen, Senior Manager – Existing Buildings NZGBC introduces the topic and some key points on why electrification should be considered as per NZGBC’s Guide to Electrification. Adam Dyson from BECA then deep dives into the considerations and information you need for a data-driven approach, and some technical strategies toward achieving an efficient system.