# Management 2.3 Thermal Performance Modelling - Non-Residential
# Applies to
All non-residential development
# Objective
To encourage and recognise developments that use thermal modelling to inform passive design at the early design stage.
# Summary
Points are awarded where it is demonstrated that early energy assessment has been undertaken, either:
- A Section J facade assessment (50% score)
- Energy modelling - JV3, NABERS or Green Star (100% score)
Note this credit is awarded for undertaking this early energy assessment. Modelling results that show an improvement on National Construction Code requirements are awarded points in the Energy category.
Note that if you are using the BESS DtS approach in Energy, a Section J facade assessment is required.
# Documentation & evidence required
- Documentation, such as a JV3 report (including assumptions) and/or a preliminary Section J facade assessment that demonstrates that the minimum standards have been achieved or exceeded.
- Documentation is to include a summary of the building fabric assumptions.