Last week Metricon was appointed a program partner in the state government\u2019s pilot program Zero Net Carbon Homes (ZNC) to develop and market carbonneutral homes in Victoria.<\/p>\n
This pilot program will provide technical and marketing expertise to builders to facilitate the development, marketing and sales of the leadingedge sustainably designed Zero Net Carbon homes.<\/p>\n
Sustainability Victoria chief executive officer Stan Krpan said that between now and 2050 an estimated two million new homes will be built in Victoria.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe volume housing market presents one of the biggest, most readily available and untapped opportunities for emission reductions, cost savings, improved health and wellbeing, as well as productivity in the residential sector,\u201d Mr Krpan said.<\/p>\n
\u201cThrough the Zero Net Carbon Homes pilot program, volume builders will offer their customers homes that are affordable to heat and cool and provide year-round comfort.<\/p>\n
\u201cWith more zero net carbon homes, Victoria is diversifying its building stock, stimulating the economy and reducing bills for homeowners.\u201d<\/p>\n
Working with Sustainability Victoria and land developers, Metricon will design and construct zero net carbon display homes in one or more of Melbourne\u2019s four growth corridor areas and the Geelong region and Mitchell Shire.<\/p>\n
Director and Victorian Housing General Manager at Metricon Homes Peter Langfelder said that Metricon is excited to be a part of this innovative Zero Net Carbon Homes pilot.<\/p>\n
\u201cMetricon is mindful of the environmental and social impacts of the building industry and the role we can play in affecting change,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe look forward to building energyefficient homes that contribute to long-term cost savings and improved health and wellbeing for Victorian home occupants.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe effects of this program will be wide-reaching as more new home buyers discover the benefits of energy efficient housing.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe anticipate scaling our work in this area based on program learnings.\u201d<\/p>\n
Metricon is aiming to have its first ZNC display home ready by mid-2019 with sales for the home available soon after.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Last week Metricon was appointed a program partner in the state government\u2019s pilot program Zero Net Carbon Homes (ZNC) to develop and market carbonneutral homes in Victoria. This pilot program will provide technical and marketing expertise to builders to facilitate the development, marketing and sales of the leadingedge sustainably designed Zero Net Carbon homes. Sustainability […]<\/p>\n