Windows and H1

This one-hour webinar brings together experts from BRANZ, W&GANZ and MBIE to explain the new compliance requirements for windows, doors and skylights under NZBC clause H1 for housing.

Description

BRANZ webinar: Windows and H1

The new requirements within H1 Energy efficiency come into effect on 3 November 2022.

This one-hour webinar brings together experts from BRANZ, W&GANZ and MBIE to explain the new compliance requirements for windows, doors and skylights under NZBC clause H1 for housing.

The webinar will cover:

  • what is changing when, for windows, doors and skylights,
  • the multi-step implementation period
  • how to use Table E1.1.1 Construction R-values of selected generic vertical windows and doors
  • the differences in the R-values of skylights
  • the compliance process for windows and doors and options for inspection and identification of types of glazing
  • Issues such as opaque doors, retrofit glazing, and whether there are minimum performance requirements for windows under the calculation and modelling methods.

Presenters:

  • Robert Campion (Technical Manager, Window and Glass Association)
  • John Burgess (Senior Scientist, BRANZ)

Christian Hoerning (Senior Advisor Building Science, Building System Performance, MBIE)