Our Energy and Sustainability team aim to ensure that the health and well-being of occupants and environmental impacts are at the forefront of the construction process so that buildings positively contribute to the future of our society.
Our commitment to Environmentally Sustainable Design
We offer specialised consultancy services and reports in the field of building energy efficiency and environmentally sustainable design. If implemented effectively, the long-term benefits include reduced energy consumption and greater comfort levels for occupants. We aim to find solutions to balance development costs while providing a well-designed green building that complies with all relevant building energy efficiency regulations.
Prioritising Sustainability + Occupant Well-Being
Assessments (Green Star + WELL)
Jensen Hughes’ Green Star-accredited consultants collaborate with clients to reduce carbon footprints and achieve high sustainability standards. Additionally, our WELL-accredited assessors lead projects through strict international standards to promote health and wellness.
Optimising Sustainable Design with BESS
Built Environment Sustainability Scorecard
Built Environment Sustainability Scorecard (BESS) helps builders and developers in the planning permit stage achieve sustainable design outcomes for communities, contributing to the creation of more environmentally responsible and resource-efficient buildings.
Meeting Design Excellence + Energy Efficiency Objectives
Emissions + Efficiency
Jensen Hughes’ energy and sustainability consultants provide expert advice on complying with the National Construction Code (NCC), associated legislation, and state-specific regulations. We ensure that new constructions and upgrades meet the highest emissions and energy efficiency standards.
DCP (Development Control Plan) Sustainability Reports
Sustainability Reports
Jensen Hughes offers expert advice to ensure projects meet Development Control Plans (DCP) requirements, focusing on integrating sustainable practices and energy-efficient solutions.
Ensuring Effective Use of Solar PV Systems
Solar Feasibility
At Jensen Hughes, our energy and sustainability consultants conduct on-site evaluations to select the most suitable Solar Photovoltaic (PV) system, estimating power generation, costs, and return on investment.
Enhancing Comfort + Energy Efficiency
Modelling
Jensen Hughes offers comprehensive solutions for optimising building performance through advanced modelling techniques. We optimise natural daylight and minimise glare to ensure thermal comfort and energy efficiency.
Sustainable Construction for
Future Generations
Our Story
In 2012, BCA Energy, a division of BCA Logic, embarked on a mission to develop advanced sustainable energy strategies and solutions for clients through detailed research and modelling. Now part of Jensen Hughes since 2021, our Energy and Sustainability team is led by ESD Manager Robert Romanous. This team of experts prioritises sustainability across all projects, providing practical and innovative advice and solutions to even the most complex or unusual building compliance issues.
OUR EXPERTS
Our Industries
Jensen Hughes possesses extensive energy and sustainability consultancy expertise, and we can apply our skills to a range of unique industries. Our experience spans Commercial and Mixed-use developments, Education facilities, Government and Defence projects, Hospitality and Events, Healthcare projects, Infrastructure and Tunnels, Residential buildings, and Warehouse projects.
Commercial + Mixed Use
Jensen Hughes partners with architects, developers, builders, and property managers to meet the evolving demands of commercial and mixed-use buildings.
Education
Our fire safety engineers, building code consultants, energy and sustainability consultants, and accessibility consultants are vital to creating safe, compliant, and inclusive learning environments.
Government + Defence
For over 30 years, Jensen Hughes has partnered with the Australian Department of Defence, offering comprehensive fire safety engineering services.
Healthcare
Our team of consultants and engineers play a crucial role in designing secure, compliant, and user-friendly hospital environments. By proactively addressing compliance issues, we help avoid costly delays and enhance overall safety.
Hospitality + Events
Whether you're constructing a new hotel tower or planning events, we collaborate with you to address design, construction, operational, and accessibility challenges.
Residential
By designing systems that effectively manage fire risks, we ensure that projects comply with all relevant fire safety regulations, safeguarding residents, the community, and the property.
Transit + Tunnels
Leveraging our extensive expertise in tunnel fire engineering, compliance and accessibility challenges of rail stations, ground transportation systems, and integrated tunnels, we deliver comprehensive transportation solutions.
Warehouse
Leveraging our extensive experience in designing fire safety solutions for warehouses and distribution centres, we advocate a performance-based fire safety approach, ensuring safe evacuation , while optimising required fire safety systems