Because of their thermal mass and ability to retain heat, tiled floors are ideal for passive solar home designs.

Escea is pleased to announce that the new super-efficient Escea DL1100 fireplace, a larger variation of the DL850 fireplace, is now available. One of the highest efficiency fireplaces on the market, it has a high heat output to keep modern, open-plan houses warm.

Leap provided the Meridian First Light House with a fully integrated plumbing and water system, ensuring the platform for an attractive, affordable, zero-net-energy house powered by solar energy for the 2011 Solar Decathlon.

The Autoflo Hands Free Basin Mixer (AF210) from ForenoTapware is both touch-free and energy efficient.

The Zero Energy House in Point Chevalier, Auckand is complete, and owners Jo Woods and Shay Brazier are enjoying the benefits of their unique and inspiring home that produces as much energy as they will consume.

Forman Building Systems can supply a range of products to create an energy efficient, quality environment, including solar hot water heating, energy-efficient LED lighting and wind turbines.

There are many benefits of specifying James Hardie’s Scyon claddings to maximise energy efficiencies

When installing pipelines and air conditioning into buildings, there is a great opportunity to reduce energy costs through the use of K-Flex elastomeric insulation.

Upgrading from building code minimums is a decision that pays for itself over time.

With the release of the revolutionary Colorsteel Bounce, energy efficiency really does start at the top.

Covering windows with floor-length thermally lined curtains helps minimise heat loss over winter, reducing the amount of energy needed to keep rooms warm. And with the Resene Curtain Collection you can combine thermal-lined curtains with fresh new designs so that the room looks as good as it feels.