Our guides are developed in collaboration with industry experts to ensure they reflect the latest best practices, and are available at no cost. 

Some are published as Publicly Available Specifications (PAS). These are developed by Standards New Zealand along with EECA, industry, and other experts.

Available guidance

Where relevant, these guides complement existing regulations and technical standards. 

  • Installation guides — Recommendations for safe and effective installation of energy-efficient technologies.  
  • Industry guidance — Resources for suppliers, manufacturers, and installers on meeting high standards of product and system performance.  
  • Consumer guidance — Advice to help households select and get the best results from smart and energy-efficient products. 
  • Council guidance — Information to help regional councils understand regulatory requirements for emissions from industrial process heat.

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