# Australian Capital Territory (ACT)

Type: organization

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## Timeline

- **2026-03**: National Push — Renewed calls from advocacy groups for nationwide mandatory disclosure for all existing dwellings.
- **2024**: National Strategy — Federal Government releases the National Energy Performance Strategy to coordinate efficiency efforts.
- **2022**: NCC Update — National Construction Code increases minimum standards for new builds from 6 to 7 stars.
- **1999**: ACT Precedent — Australian Capital Territory introduces mandatory Energy Efficiency Rating (EER) disclosure for sales.

## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### Australia Faces Push for Mandatory Energy Ratings on All Residential Properties
2026-03-09 07:26:45 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 5/10 · Sources: 3

Advocacy groups and policy experts are calling for a mandatory energy rating 'report card' for every home in Australia to improve transparency for buyers and renters. The move aims to drive energy efficiency upgrades, lower utility bills, and align the housing sector with national net-zero targets.
Full story: https://getclimatebrief.com/story/australia-mandatory-home-energy-ratings-proposal

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