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JG King Homes Sustainability Actions

Rolled out 8 Star homes

JG King Homes says it has moved all standard home designs to an 8 Star energy efficiency level at no extra cost. In plain terms, that means the homes are built to use less energy for heating and cooling than a lower-rated home. The company says this can cut energy use by up to 30% compared with a 7 Star home. It also says it introduced 7 Star homes before the standard became mandatory in Victoria, showing it has been pushing ahead of the minimum building rules.

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Uses high-performance windows

The company says its homes use uPVC windows and doors made in its Ballarat factory, with low-E glazing (glass that helps keep heat in or out), double glazing, and sometimes triple glazing. These features are meant to improve insulation and reduce heat loss. JG King Homes says this helps the home stay more comfortable while using less energy. The company also says the factory is Australia’s largest maker of high-performance uPVC windows.

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Adds energy-saving features

JG King Homes says some of its homes include solar PV systems and panels, heat pump hot water, induction cooktops, and electric hot water systems. These are all lower-emission choices than older fossil-fuel-based options, because they can reduce direct gas use in the home. The company presents these as part of its effort to make homes more energy efficient and more suitable for lower-carbon living.

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Builds with steel frames

The company says it has built steel-framed homes since 1985 and promotes steel as stronger, straighter, and more resistant to termites and weather damage. It also says its steel roof and frame are Australian made. While this is mainly a building choice, it can affect durability and repair needs over time, which matters for resource use. The company also says its homes come with a 50-year structural warranty.

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Published energy-efficiency guidance

JG King Homes publishes articles and guides about topics such as house orientation and energy efficiency. House orientation means the direction a home faces, which can affect how much sun and heat it gets. The company uses this content to explain how design choices can improve comfort and reduce energy use. This is not a direct environmental action on its own, but it does show the company is sharing practical energy-efficiency advice with buyers.

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