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Built Environmental Sustainability Scorecard

Achieve sustainability compliance with the Built Environmental Sustainability Scorecard (BESS), a trusted assessment tool recognised by local governments in Victoria. Suitable for residential, non-residential, and mixed-use developments, BESS ensures your project meets environmental benchmarks and promotes sustainable building practices.

What is a BESS assessment?

The Built Environmental Sustainability Scorecard (BESS) is an essential tool for assessing the sustainability of new developments in Victoria. Recognized by local governments, BESS evaluates energy efficiency, water usage, and other environmental factors for residential, non-residential, and mixed-use projects.

With Energy Lab's expertise in sustainable building design, we help builders and architects navigate the BESS process, ensuring projects meet compliance while achieving environmental goals. Our comprehensive assessments provide actionable insights to optimize your design and align with council requirements.

Key benefits of BESS include:

  • Environmental Compliance: Meet local government sustainability benchmarks for planning approval.

  • Energy Efficiency: Assess and improve thermal performance, energy usage, and renewable energy integration.

  • Water Conservation: Evaluate and optimize water efficiency measures, such as rainwater harvesting and efficient fixtures.

  • Sustainable Design: Identify opportunities to reduce environmental impact through material selection and design strategies.

  • Tailored Support: Receive detailed reporting and guidance from Energy Lab to streamline the submission process.

Partner with Energy Lab to ensure your project achieves BESS compliance while contributing to a more sustainable future. Contact us today to learn more!

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FAQs

  • The Built Environmental Sustainability Scorecard (BESS) is a tool used to assess the sustainability of residential, non-residential, and mixed-use developments. It is required for planning approval by local governments in Victoria.

  • BESS evaluates key sustainability factors, including energy efficiency, water usage, thermal performance, indoor environmental quality, and renewable energy integration.

  • Developers, architects, and builders involved in residential, non-residential, or mixed-use projects requiring planning approval in Victoria must complete a BESS assessment.

  • BESS ensures compliance with sustainability benchmarks, enhances energy and water efficiency, and improves overall environmental performance, which can lead to long-term operational savings and better project outcomes.

  • You’ll need detailed project information, including building plans, proposed energy and water efficiency measures, material specifications, and renewable energy systems.

  • Energy Lab provides expert guidance and detailed reporting to simplify the BESS process, ensuring your project meets local government requirements and achieves optimal sustainability outcomes.