The NSW Government has unveiled a new net zero display home in southwest Sydney, aimed at showing households how energy-efficient design could help reduce emissions and lower energy bills.
In a news release, the government said the Panorama Net Zero Home, delivered by state property developer Landcom in partnership with McDonald Jones Homes, is located within the Panorama development at North Wilton and will open to the public on 14 February.
The Minns Labor Government says the fully electric home can generate as much or more energy than an average household consumes each year, supported by rooftop solar and battery-ready technology.
The government noted it is designed for everyday households and is estimated to reduce annual energy bills by up to $1,700.
Minister for Energy Penny Sharpe said the project demonstrates how energy efficiency can translate into household savings, stating that “making small energy efficient changes around your home can make a big difference in cutting your energy bills and emissions,” and that the home shows residents can “be your own power station, lowering your energy bills at the same time.”
The home incorporates features such as high insulation, airtight construction, double-glazed windows, water-efficient fittings and recycled materials. It has received a BASIX 100 Energy score, Green Star Homes certification and an 8.7-star NatHERS rating.
Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully said the project was intended to show that sustainable housing features are not limited to high-end builds, noting they “can be delivered by the industry at scale” and may help households manage cost-of-living pressures by lowering water and energy bills.
Landcom chief executive Alex Wendler said the development demonstrates what can be achieved using existing technology, while McDonald Jones Homes chief executive Rob Douglas said the project had provided insights into sustainable materials that could potentially be applied more broadly across the company’s operations.
The NSW Government said the display home is intended to provide practical information for both current and prospective homeowners considering more energy-efficient housing options.
