Thank you to all participating households for agreeing to take part in HEEP2.
If you are wishing to join the study, we are sorry but household recruitment has now closed.
More information
Download Householder information pack 'Understanding energy use in New Zealand homes'
Watch the HEEP2 introductory video
Watch the Tether EnviroQ video to learn about the device being used to record temperature, relative humidity, carbon dioxide, atmospheric pressure and light level
Watch the Wireless tags video to learn about the sensors being used to measure temperature and relative humidity both inside and outside the home
Watch the Building survey video
Watch the Householder survey video.
FAQ for participating households
Does the HEEP2 equipment use energy to run?
The HEEP2 equipment does use a bit of your electricity to run. We estimate this will cost about five cents a day, or $1.50 a month or less than $20 over the 12-month monitoring period.
What happens to your information?
The information collected in the household energy use research is stored securely by BRANZ and Statistics New Zealand. The information is only used by trusted researchers to provide statistics and research that will benefit New Zealand. We do not identify individuals in published statistics or research.
Can you access your data from the HEEP2?
A summary of the data collected for your household will be provided at the end of the study. This will contain some advice on how to improve the energy wellbeing of your household.
What happens if you move to a new house?
Please contact BRANZ if you’re planning to move to a new house. We will then arrange for the equipment to be removed from your home.
What happens if you make changes to your home that affect the equipment installed?
Please contact us if you make changes to your home during the study period, for example, if you are replacing or installing a new heat pump or hot water system. We will then arrange for the monitoring equipment to be removed or replaced as required.
What happens if someone new moves into the house?
If someone new moves into the house during the study period, it is important that you talk to them about being part of the research. If they don’t want to be a part of the study, please contact BRANZ and we will arrange for the equipment to be removed. It’s important all household occupants consent to taking part.
What happens if equipment breaks?
Our systems will tell us if any equipment fails during HEEP2. If this happens, we will contact you to discuss a solution. You can also contact us at any point if you suspect there is a problem. In the unlikely event that any damage is caused to the property as a result of HEEP2, either during installation, usage or the uninstallation process, we will bear the costs and repair to the ‘as-was’ state.
How will the equipment be removed?
We will contact you towards the end of the 12-month monitoring period to arrange removal of the equipment. The removal only takes about 30 minutes. We will also ask you to complete a short survey at that time, to record any changes to the dwelling or household over the monitoring period.
How will you know a visitor is from the HEEP2 team? Can they just turn up?
All members of our research team who visit your home will carry photo ID. You will be told in advance the names of people visiting and visits will always be pre-arranged, for a day and time that’s convenient for you.
Can you change your mind?
Yes, you can opt out of HEEP2 at any time. Please contact BRANZ on the number or email above.
Last updated: 20 November 2024