Climate impacts of Medium Density Housing (MDH): Expanding the MDH Assessment Tool

This research improved an existing tool used to assess medium-density housing (MDH) by adding features that help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The goal is to help developers and property managers understand how their buildings affect the climate, environment, local community, and residents.
Lead organisation
Beacon Pathway
Focus area
Sustainability
Start date
Status
Complete
Last updated 23 Apr 2026
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About this programme

This research improved an existing tool used to assess medium-density housing (MDH) by adding features that help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The goal is to help developers and property managers understand how their buildings affect the climate, environment, local community, and residents. It also aims to guide future building designs and upgrades to existing housing. Additionally, the research offers practical advice to residents on how they can change their behaviour to help the environment.