Clean Energy Capability Portfolio | Empowering Consumers |
More Energy-Efficient Affordable Housing
There is strong government appetite to increase the capacity of the affordable housing sector in Australia through new construction , redevelopment and management transfer programs . While assistance programs to raise energy efficiency already exist , barriers continue to constrain the full potential of industry to deliver outcomes . |
Competitive Advantage • Long-standing relationships with affordable housing industries both in Australia and abroad
• Interdisciplinary global collaboration with academic and industry experts
• Capabilities in reviewing housing and social policies
Impact • Policy change to improve industry ’ s capacity to boost assistance
• Improved housing quality and energy efficiency for vulnerable households
Successful Applications • Advisory to government agencies and the affordable housing development industry
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Our Collaborators • NSW Department of Planning , Housing and Infrastructure
• CSIRO
More Information Dr Edgar Liu
School of Built Environment
UNSW City Futures Research Centre
E : edgar . liu @ unsw . edu . au
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Capabilities and Facilities |
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• Extensive knowledge of housing and social policies in Australia |
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• Collaborative relationships with housing development industries and the community sector |
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• Strong ties with international experts on housing policy development and energy poverty alleviation |
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