Overview
The department consulted on a proposed technical methodology for comparing the energy performance of residential space heaters (called “the comparison methodology”).
The comparison methodology is a technical foundation from which the energy performance of different space heaters can be compared. It identifies how to define and calculate the energy performance of different heater types on a consistent and fair basis.
It has been developed with the specialist assistance of the Space Heating Equipment Technical Working Group.
Submissions
The consultation has closed. Thank you to everyone who provided submissions. The department received nine submissions that are available to view. Read published submissions.
The department has reviewed and considered the submissions received and published an addendum to the comparison methodology. The comparison methodology and the addendum can be downloaded at the link at under “Consultation documents” at the bottom of this page.
The E3 Program
This work is being progressed through the Equipment Energy Efficiency (E3) Program. The E3 Program integrates energy efficiency standards and labelling requirements for equipment and appliances. This cross-jurisdictional program is run by:
the Australian Government
Australian state and territory governments
the New Zealand Government.
