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Our Solar Readiness for Strata online training course is here.
We have posted over 30 videos on solar for strata here.
Our EV Charging Readiness for Strata online training course is here.
We have posted over 20 videos on EV charging in strata here.

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Take deeper dives into energy research projects for residential strata buildings below:
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Wattblock Guide to Electrifying Apartments Buildings
How to electrify your apartment and your apartment building to reduce gas
Download Guide


Author:
Sean Cowan
9th September 2023

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Solar on Strata Whitepaper
This is the most downloaded and read whitepaper on solar for Australian strata buildings.
Download Whitepaper


Author:
Brent Clark
16th January 2019

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Solar Education Kit for Individual Apartments or Townhouses in Strata
This education kit is designed for individual apartment owners or townhouse owners in a strata scheme who want to install a private solar system for their own benefit on a common property rooftop.
Download Solar Education Kit

Author:
Brent Clark, Wattblock
​8th October, 2020
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Optimising Photovoltaic Systems for deployment on residential apartment buildings
This paper examines flexible light weight solar panels, thermal insulation effects of installing solar systems on residential apartment buildings, comparative reflectivity of solar photovoltaic systems and has a case study of the Mosman Rowers club.
Download Whitepaper
Author:
Kevin Hu, Structural Engineer
​31st March, 2021
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Internet of Things in Strata
This Point of View has an introduction to different connected devices which are being installed into residential strata buildings. Electricity Monitoring Devices, Water Monitoring Devices , Smart Irrigation Systems, CO Sensors for carpark fans, Solar Monitoring Systems, Electric Vehicle Charging Cloud-billing, Emergency Lighting systems with online compliance reporting, Carpark entry lighting system with wireless network, Smart thermostats, Blockchain energy trading for solar and batteries 
Download Point of View

Author:
Brent Clark, Wattblock
​21st January, 2020
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Futureproofing Apartments Whitepaper
A whitepaper covering the first round of the North Sydney Council Futureproofing Apartments project. This project was extended for a second and third round covering 120 apartment buildings.
Download Whitepaper

Author:
Brent Clark, Wattblock
1st July, 2019
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Electric Vehicle Recharging in Residential Strata Buildings 
City of Sydney sponsored study into electric vehicle charging for residential strata. Includes national survey results from over 100 strata schemes and 20 case study assessments within the City of Sydney.
Download Report (PDF 121 Pages)
Download Summary Slides (PDF 39 Pages)
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Author:
Ross McIntyre, Wattblock
Prepared for City of Sydney
11th December 2017

Study conducted in consultation with Tesla, AGL and Evercharge. ​Supported by City of Sydney Environmental Innovation Grant. 
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Developing Tools for Modelling Electric Vehicle Charging in High-Rise Buildings
Using these tools in conjunction with Wattblock's existing procedure for an on-site assessment gave valuable insights into the advantages and disadvantages of different electric vehicle charging systems.
Download Research Report (PDF 54 Pages)
Download Poster (PDF 1 Page)

Author:
Thomas Crossman prepared for Wattblock and Griffith University
6th June 2016

Supported by Advance Queensland and Griffith University, School of Engineering
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Renewable Energy Powered Electric Transport
Options for Rarotonga, Cook Islands

Feasibility study on electric vehicle and electric bike and an overview of the technologies. 
Download Research Report (PDF 78 Pages)
Download Poster (PDF 1 Page)

Author:
Jacky Zhong, Lead Analyst, Wattblock
Prepared for University of New South Wales
October 2015


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Impacts of EV Charging on Strata Building Distribution Infrastructure
The key focus area of this project was to understand the impacts caused on switchboards under different charging levels during different times of the day.
Download Research Report (PDF 50 Pages)
Download Poster (PDF 1 Page)

Author:
Kulima Panapa prepared for Wattblock and Griffith University
29th May 2017

Supported by Advance Queensland and Griffith University, School of Engineering
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Comparison of Three Battery Storage Systems to Aid in Energy Efficiency Within Residential Buildings
Investigation of Tesla Powerwall, RedFlow and Lifeline GPL-4DL as viable battery storage systems to implement into  residential buildings to aid in energy efficiency.    
Download Research Report (PDF 62 Pages)
Download Poster (PDF 1 Page)

Author:
Harrison Pimm prepared for Wattblock and Griffith University
6th June 2016

Supported by Advance Queensland and Griffith University, School of Engineering
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Solar PV & Storage in Residential Communities
Case study, survey and literature review highlight that interest and motivation is high, but information and access to “next generation” solar power and battery installations is lagging.
Download Research Report (PDF 71 Pages)
Download Poster (PDF 1 Page)

Author:
Grace O'Neill prepared for Wattblock and Griffith University
6th June 2016

Supported by Advance Queensland and Griffith University, School of Engineering
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Digital Solar and Strata
A Feasibility Analysis for South East Queensland

Feasibility study on digital solar as a technical solution for sharing solar energy in a strata complex. 
Download Research Report (PDF 75 Pages)

Author:
Alexander Prideaux, Analyst, Wattblock
Prepared for Wattblock and The University of Queensland
October 2016


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Comparison of Solar PV vs Solar Thermal Hot Water Systems to Provide Energy for Strata Buildings
RETScreen simulating tool was used to design an energy model to enable evaluation of the technical, environmental and economic performance of both PV and SWH.
Download Research Report (PDF 63 Pages)
Download Poster (PDF 1 Page)

Author:
Enoch Kwei prepared for Wattblock and Griffith University
22nd May 2017

Supported by Advance Queensland and Griffith University, School of Engineering
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Sample Wattblock Assessment - Strata Roof Optimisation
Case study investigating Strata rooftop opportunities for solar energy applications including solar panels for common areas, solar panels for community usage, solar hot water heating, and hot water heat pumps.  The proposed solution will result in a 26% reduction in electricity costs and a net 70% reduction for the common area gas hot water system.
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Download Report (PDF 49 pages)
Download Case Study (PDF 18 pages)

Author:
Jacky Zhong
Prepared for City of Sydney
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Energy Efficiencies of Hot Water Systems
Focusing on the differences between electric, gas, heat pump, solar and continuous flow hot water systems as well as their respective payback periods.
Download Research Report (PDF 55 Pages)
Download Poster (PDF 1 Page)

Author:
Ragnar Ilustre, Analyst, Wattblock
Prepared for Wattblock and The University of Queensland
October 2016


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Sustainability Case Study: Jade Albion 
Joint case study research project between Wattblock and Griffith University.  The case study explores energy and water sustainability issues at Jade Albion a typical example of recently built high-density apartment developments.
Download Report (PDF 91 Pages)
Download Summary Poster (PDF 1 Page)
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Author:
Aaron Richardson, Wattblock
Prepared for Griffith University
24th September 2018
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NABERS for Apartments Review Report
Submission to the NSW Department of the Environment and Energy on the upcoming NABERS rating system for apartment buildings, subsequently launched in June 2018.
Download NABERS for Apartments (PDF 58 Pages)

Author:
Michael Schuster, Wattblock

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Virtual Energy Assessments Project Report
Case Study: City of Sydney Residential Apartments
Sample of 10 buildings could achieve 45% energy cost savings with 3.6 year payback. 
​Investigating the use of data benchmarking to accelerate the City of Sydney 70% carbon reduction targets as part of Sustainable Sydney 2030.
Download Report (PDF 37 Pages)

Author:
Ross McIntyre, Wattblock
Prepared for City of Sydney
31st January 2016

Supported by City of Sydney Environmental Innovation Grant, Microsoft CityNext, UNSW and Telstra
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Strata Sustainability Retrofits
Case Study: Freesia Gardens, Chatswood
Energy efficiency retrofits achieved 77% cost savings with 2 year payback.
Download Case Study (PDF 2 Pages)
Interviewee: 
Brent Clark
Publisher:

City Futures Research Centre
University of New South Wales

Research supported under the Australian Research Council's Future Fellowship funding scheme.
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SCA 2017 Ann Shevill Essay Award Winner: "2051 - A Strata Odyssey"
Scott Witheridge from Wattblock Queensland won the 2017 Ann Shevill Essay Award at the Macquarie Awards Dinner at Skypoint Q1, during the SCA 2017 conference at the Sheraton Mirage on the Gold Coast. Ann Shevill was a passionate pioneer in founding BCMIQ.  She was the first Honorary Secretary and Treasurer to the Steering Committee and served as the only female President from 1986-88.
Download Essay (PDF 5 Pages)

Author:
Scott Witheridge, Wattblock
30th March 2017

Supported by Strata Community Australia
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Solar on Strata Whitepaper
This is the most downloaded and read whitepaper on solar for Australian strata buildings.
Download Whitepaper


Author:
Brent Clark
16th January 2019

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Solar Education Kit for Individual Apartments or Townhouses in Strata
This education kit is designed for individual apartment owners or townhouse owners in a strata scheme who want to install a private solar system for their own benefit on a common property rooftop.
Download Solar Education Kit

Author:
Brent Clark, Wattblock
​8th October, 2020
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Optimising Photovoltaic Systems for deployment on residential apartment buildings
This paper examines flexible light weight solar panels, thermal insulation effects of installing solar systems on residential apartment buildings, comparative reflectivity of solar photovoltaic systems and has a case study of the Mosman Rowers club.
Download Whitepaper
Author:
Kevin Hu, Structural Engineer
​31st March, 2021
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Internet of Things in Strata
This Point of View has an introduction to different connected devices which are being installed into residential strata buildings. Electricity Monitoring Devices, Water Monitoring Devices , Smart Irrigation Systems, CO Sensors for carpark fans, Solar Monitoring Systems, Electric Vehicle Charging Cloud-billing, Emergency Lighting systems with online compliance reporting, Carpark entry lighting system with wireless network, Smart thermostats, Blockchain energy trading for solar and batteries 
Download Point of View

Author:
Brent Clark, Wattblock
​21st January, 2020
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Futureproofing Apartments Whitepaper
A whitepaper covering the first round of the North Sydney Council Futureproofing Apartments project. This project was extended for a second and third round covering 120 apartment buildings.
Download Whitepaper

Author:
Brent Clark, Wattblock
1st July, 2019
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Electric Vehicle Recharging in Residential Strata Buildings 
City of Sydney sponsored study into electric vehicle charging for residential strata. Includes national survey results from over 100 strata schemes and 20 case study assessments within the City of Sydney.
Download Report (PDF 121 Pages)
Download Summary Slides (PDF 39 Pages)
​ 
Author:
Ross McIntyre, Wattblock
Prepared for City of Sydney
11th December 2017

Study conducted in consultation with Tesla, AGL and Evercharge. ​Supported by City of Sydney Environmental Innovation Grant. 
Picture
Developing Tools for Modelling Electric Vehicle Charging in High-Rise Buildings
Using these tools in conjunction with Wattblock's existing procedure for an on-site assessment gave valuable insights into the advantages and disadvantages of different electric vehicle charging systems.
Download Research Report (PDF 54 Pages)
Download Poster (PDF 1 Page)

Author:
Thomas Crossman prepared for Wattblock and Griffith University
6th June 2016

Supported by Advance Queensland and Griffith University, School of Engineering
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Renewable Energy Powered Electric Transport
Options for Rarotonga, Cook Islands

Feasibility study on electric vehicle and electric bike and an overview of the technologies. 
Download Research Report (PDF 78 Pages)
Download Poster (PDF 1 Page)

Author:
Jacky Zhong, Lead Analyst, Wattblock
Prepared for University of New South Wales
October 2015


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Impacts of EV Charging on Strata Building Distribution Infrastructure
The key focus area of this project was to understand the impacts caused on switchboards under different charging levels during different times of the day.
Download Research Report (PDF 50 Pages)
Download Poster (PDF 1 Page)

Author:
Kulima Panapa prepared for Wattblock and Griffith University
29th May 2017

Supported by Advance Queensland and Griffith University, School of Engineering
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Comparison of Three Battery Storage Systems to Aid in Energy Efficiency Within Residential Buildings
Investigation of Tesla Powerwall, RedFlow and Lifeline GPL-4DL as viable battery storage systems to implement into  residential buildings to aid in energy efficiency.    
Download Research Report (PDF 62 Pages)
Download Poster (PDF 1 Page)

Author:
Harrison Pimm prepared for Wattblock and Griffith University
6th June 2016

Supported by Advance Queensland and Griffith University, School of Engineering
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Solar PV & Storage in Residential Communities
Case study, survey and literature review highlight that interest and motivation is high, but information and access to “next generation” solar power and battery installations is lagging.
Download Research Report (PDF 71 Pages)
Download Poster (PDF 1 Page)

Author:
Grace O'Neill prepared for Wattblock and Griffith University
6th June 2016

Supported by Advance Queensland and Griffith University, School of Engineering
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Digital Solar and Strata
A Feasibility Analysis for South East Queensland

Feasibility study on digital solar as a technical solution for sharing solar energy in a strata complex. 
Download Research Report (PDF 75 Pages)

Author:
Alexander Prideaux, Analyst, Wattblock
Prepared for Wattblock and The University of Queensland
October 2016


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Comparison of Solar PV vs Solar Thermal Hot Water Systems to Provide Energy for Strata Buildings
RETScreen simulating tool was used to design an energy model to enable evaluation of the technical, environmental and economic performance of both PV and SWH.
Download Research Report (PDF 63 Pages)
Download Poster (PDF 1 Page)

Author:
Enoch Kwei prepared for Wattblock and Griffith University
22nd May 2017

Supported by Advance Queensland and Griffith University, School of Engineering
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Sample Wattblock Assessment - Strata Roof Optimisation
Case study investigating Strata rooftop opportunities for solar energy applications including solar panels for common areas, solar panels for community usage, solar hot water heating, and hot water heat pumps.  The proposed solution will result in a 26% reduction in electricity costs and a net 70% reduction for the common area gas hot water system.
​
Download Report (PDF 49 pages)
Download Case Study (PDF 18 pages)

Author:
Jacky Zhong
Prepared for City of Sydney
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Energy Efficiencies of Hot Water Systems
Focusing on the differences between electric, gas, heat pump, solar and continuous flow hot water systems as well as their respective payback periods.
Download Research Report (PDF 55 Pages)
Download Poster (PDF 1 Page)

Author:
Ragnar Ilustre, Analyst, Wattblock
Prepared for Wattblock and The University of Queensland
October 2016


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Sustainability Case Study: Jade Albion 
Joint case study research project between Wattblock and Griffith University.  The case study explores energy and water sustainability issues at Jade Albion a typical example of recently built high-density apartment developments.
Download Report (PDF 91 Pages)
Download Summary Poster (PDF 1 Page)
​ 
Author:
Aaron Richardson, Wattblock
Prepared for Griffith University
24th September 2018
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NABERS for Apartments Review Report
Submission to the NSW Department of the Environment and Energy on the upcoming NABERS rating system for apartment buildings, subsequently launched in June 2018.
Download NABERS for Apartments (PDF 58 Pages)

Author:
Michael Schuster, Wattblock

Picture
Virtual Energy Assessments Project Report
Case Study: City of Sydney Residential Apartments
Sample of 10 buildings could achieve 45% energy cost savings with 3.6 year payback. 
​Investigating the use of data benchmarking to accelerate the City of Sydney 70% carbon reduction targets as part of Sustainable Sydney 2030.
Download Report (PDF 37 Pages)

Author:
Ross McIntyre, Wattblock
Prepared for City of Sydney
31st January 2016

Supported by City of Sydney Environmental Innovation Grant, Microsoft CityNext, UNSW and Telstra
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Strata Sustainability Retrofits
Case Study: Freesia Gardens, Chatswood
Energy efficiency retrofits achieved 77% cost savings with 2 year payback.
Download Case Study (PDF 2 Pages)
Interviewee: 
Brent Clark
Publisher:

City Futures Research Centre
University of New South Wales

Research supported under the Australian Research Council's Future Fellowship funding scheme.
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SCA 2017 Ann Shevill Essay Award Winner: "2051 - A Strata Odyssey"
Scott Witheridge from Wattblock Queensland won the 2017 Ann Shevill Essay Award at the Macquarie Awards Dinner at Skypoint Q1, during the SCA 2017 conference at the Sheraton Mirage on the Gold Coast. Ann Shevill was a passionate pioneer in founding BCMIQ.  She was the first Honorary Secretary and Treasurer to the Steering Committee and served as the only female President from 1986-88.
Download Essay (PDF 5 Pages)

Author:
Scott Witheridge, Wattblock
30th March 2017

Supported by Strata Community Australia
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Wattblock "Kids Video"
Committee responsible for apartment building discusses energy saving.
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Casting: Christian Savos, Frederick Lama, Ananya Sharma, Jonathan Yeo, Maya Bienstock, Billy Ashworth, Benjamin Yeo, and Daniel Bienstock.  Filmed and Edited by Chief Entertainment.
Watch on YouTube [1:26 sec]

Author:
Ross McIntyre, Wattblock 

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Ratings for Apartment Buildings Animated Video
Why strata buildings should act conveyed in a simple and friendly manner.
Watch on Youtube [31 sec]

Author:
Maya Njegovan, Lee San Liong and Renee Zhao

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Sample Wattblock Ratings Pre-Assessment
Sample Pre-Assessment for energy and water efficiency ratings.  Recommended prior to lodging a formal NABERS for Apartment Building ratings.  
Download Pre-Assessment Sample (PDF 2 Pages)

Author:
Ross McIntyre, Wattblock 
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Sample Wattblock Energy Reports
Samples of Wattblock Energy Reports showing content and format.  Covers apartment and common area energy efficiency, water efficiency, solar energy, batteries and electric vehicle recharge.
Download Premium Report Sample (PDF 11 Pages)
Download Basic Report Sample (PDF 9 Pages)

Author:
Ross McIntyre, Wattblock 
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Sample Wattblock Strata Portfolio Report
Sample of Wattblock Strata Portfolio Report showing content and format.  Quantifies portfolio value creation opportunity including breakdown by suburb and building category.
Download Strata Portfolio Report Sample (PDF 3 Pages)

Author:
Ross McIntyre, Wattblock 
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Electric Vehicle Survey Sample Report
How does your apartment block compare with others on EV readiness
Download EV Survey Sample

Author:
Ross McIntyre, Wattblock

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Sample Wattblock Type 2 Audit
Sample Type2 energy audit undertaken in accordance with the guidelines set forth in AS/NZS3598:2014.  Audit identified project opportunities to achieve annual savings of approximately $84,741, with total project costs of approximately $285,951 giving a 3.4 year payback.  Tariff review could deliver over $40,000 in additional annual savings.
Download Sample Report (PDF 51 Pages)

Author:
Ross McIntyre, Wattblock 
18th January 2017
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Sample Wattblock HVAC Review
Case study investigating Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning in an apartment building.  The assessment uncovered an unexpected range of opportunities offering a potential 42% reduction in power consumption as well as addressing noise issues.
Download Report (PDF 21 Pages)

Author:
Ross McIntyre, Wattblock
Prepared for Jamesons Strata
6th July 2016
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Wattblock Poster: Energy Efficiency in Strata
Infographic illustrating energy systems in strata buildings, including electric vehicle recharge, batteries, solar energy, pools, ventilation and lighting.
Download Poster (PDF, 1 Page, A1 Size)

Author:
Morgan Warnock, Wattblock

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COVID-19 Action Plan for Strata Committees
As featured on Your Strata Property Online, here is the quintessential overview of what a strata committee needs to do for COVID-19.
Download Action Plan

Author:
Brent Clark, Wattblock

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Retrofitting Multi-Tenant Buildings for Energy Efficiency
Wattblock CEO Brent Clark examines energy efficiency savings through the installation of smart metering, lighting, HVAC and BCA compliance issues.  Covers costs and how to get help to implement.
Training Portal Access (45:08 minutes. $59,95 Inc GST)

Author:
Brent Clark, Wattblock
Recognised by the NSW ARB, BA of Qld, AB of WA, Work Stds Tas, PIA, AILA & BDA
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Electric Vehicle Recharge in Strata - Project Overview
City of Sydney Sponsored study into electric vehicle charging for residential strata
Download Electric Vehicle Charging in Strata - Project Overview
Author:
Brent Clark, Wattblock

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Electric Vehicle Recharging and Solar on Strata
Presentation pack outlining electric vehicle recharge and solar energy challenges for strata buildings.
Download Presentation (PDF 26 Pages)

Author:
Brent Clark, Wattblock
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NABERS for Apartments & the Electric Vehicle Revolution
Property Developer workshop with StrataChoice
Download NABERS for Apartments & the Electric Vehicle Revolution

Author:
Brent Clark, Wattblock

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Smart Cities - Beyond the Buzzword
Presented at Strata Communities Australia (Queensland) Conference  "The Power of Now" held at the Cairns Hilton from 14-16th March the 2018.
Download Presentation Pack (PDF 38 Pages)
Author:
Scott Witheridge, Wattblock
Prepared for SCA Queensland
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How to use Machine Learning to Building Predictive AI Models with Big Data?
Presentation at Clariden Global Conference "Applying Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning for Enterprises" at Melbourne Convention Centre on 5-6th February 2018.
Download Presentation Pack (Slideshow 43 Pages)
Presenter:
Ross McIntyre, Wattblock
Prepared for Clariden Global 
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Deep Learning and Energy Transformation in High Density Urban Environments
Presentation at Australia-India Knowledge Exchange: Workshop on Climate-Smart Cities for UNSW Faculty of the Built Environment on 29th March 2019.
Download Presentation Pack (PDF 65 Pages)
Presenter:
Ross McIntyre, Wattblock
Prepared for UNSW Faculty of the Built Environment
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Energy Efficient Apartment Buildings
Guest lecture at the University of NSW looking at energy efficiency in apartment buildings,  application of machine learning, interval data analytics, solar PV, batteries, microgrids, energy trading, and electric vehicle recharging.  Includes case studies for Blackwattle Mews, Bayswater, and other projects conducted with the support of the City of Sydney.

Watch the Presentation  (Youtube 90 minutes + 30 minutes Q&A)
Download Presentation Slides (Slideshow 162 Pages)

Presenters:
Ross McIntyre and Jacky Zhong, Wattblock
10th April 2018

Prepared for the University of NSW
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Smart Energy Future Expo - Apartment Blocks
Talk at North Sydney Council on energy efficiency, solar and electric vehicles
Download presentation slides (Slideshow 13 Pages)
Presenters:
Brent Clark
12th April 2018
Prepared for North Sydney Council

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