Imagine construction as part of a more resilient and circular economy – where waste is minimised, resources are valued and sustainability is the standard, not the exception. That’s a project BRANZ is working towards.
This report compared trends in sustainable construction skills and knowledge and education preferences in Aotearoa New Zealand between 2022 and 2025 based on two national surveys of the construction sector....
This third article in a series examining the skills and competencies needed by the building sector to transition to zero-carbon construction looks at the challenges of developing the capabilities of tradies.
The first stage of a BRANZ project on zero-carbon construction looked at international evidence on the topic while the second stage developed an understanding of present knowledge and experience of...
BRANZ brought a range of industry players together to brainstorm ways that zero-carbon construction skills can be engrained in the construction sector.
Owners of newly built houses are largely satisfied with the quality of their build, although communication issues remain a problem. A new resource from BRANZ is a useful guide to good client/builder relationships.
This report presents findings from the 14th BRANZ New House Owners’ Satisfaction Survey. The survey seeks feedback from new homeowners regarding the performance of their builder and various aspects of...
This report presents the results of the 13th annual New House Owners’ Satisfaction Survey. The survey uses a sample of New Zealand’s housing consents to understand how new house owners...
This report examines the skills and competencies that construction trades, especially builders, need to support sustainable construction. It is part of a broader research initiative aimed at accelerating workforce development...
