The New South Wales state government has revealed a new net zero display home in southwest Sydney that demonstrates how households can save on their energy bills.
The Panorama Net Zero Home display home is designed for everyday families and can generate as much or more energy than an average household consumes.
The display home, designed by state property developer Landcom, in partnership with McDonald Jones Homes, can save the average household up to AU$1,700 in energy bills.
NSW Minister for Energy Penny Sharpe said: “Making small energy efficient changes around your home can make a big difference in cutting your energy bills and emissions.
“This home shows you can be your own power station, lowering your energy bills at the same time.”
The display home is an interactive experience that gives visitors a practical, hands-on look at technologies and design choices that can be applied in new or existing homes.
The home is fully electric, powered by rooftop solar and battery-ready technology. It is designed to feel comfortable all-year round with good insulation and a mechanical heat recovery ventilation system to maximise energy efficiency alongside smart moisture control to prevent condensation.
The home also highlights climate-ready features like double-glazed windows, weather-resistant barriers and a roof with storm fasteners that helps it cope with heat, drought and major storms.
To help reduce its impact on the planet, recycled materials were used wherever possible, including in benchtops, tiling and tapware.
NSW Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully said: ****“The Panorama net zero home demonstrates that sustainable house features aren’t just for premium high-end home builds.
“They can be delivered by the industry at scale and can help cut the cost of living by lowering water and energy bills with a potential saving of around $1,700 every year for homeowners.”
Landcom CEO Alex Wendler said the project demonstrates what can be achieved using existing technology, while McDonald Jones Homes CEO Rob Douglas said the project had provided insights into sustainable materials that could potentially be delivered for other projects.
