What Energy Lab does

Energy Lab is an Australian energy efficiency assessment company founded in 2005 and headquartered in Pakenham, Victoria, with additional offices in Sydney (Gordon) and the Sunshine Coast (Birtinya). The firm delivers NatHERS residential ratings, Commercial Section J and JV3 assessments, BASIX certificates (NSW), BESS scorecards (Victoria), ESD reports, and STEPS reports for residential and commercial projects across Australia. It claims to be the first volume energy assessment company in Australia and processes approximately 12% of all building permits issued in Victoria, having completed more than 250,000 assessments since inception for over 3,000 clients including volume builders, architects, government bodies, and commercial developers.

The company's technology stack centres on a proprietary automation and AI/ML-integrated platform connected via API to all accredited NatHERS software providers (FirstRate5, HERO, AccuRate Enterprise), supporting high-volume, short-turnaround processing (FirstRate5 reports within 24 hours, BCA Section J within 3 days). A bespoke online client portal (custom.energylab.com.au) and volume-builder ordering system with Procore integration underpin enterprise workflows, while Magic Energy Box, launched in 2025, extends a self-serve PDF-to-FR5/HERO conversion service to other accredited assessors. Commercial work is supported by ASHRAE 140-compliant 3D thermal modelling tools, EnergyPlus simulation for JV3 compliance, and on-site diagnostics such as blower doors and infrared cameras.

Energy Lab generates revenue through professional-services fees quoted per project, with a 5% discount for upfront credit card payment and a 14-day invoice option, plus ancillary administrative fees for printed reports and amendments. Distribution combines direct enterprise sales into volume builder accounts, a self-serve inside-sales portal for smaller clients, and event-driven demand generation through The Rating Room podcast, HIA and Kingspan webinars, and broadcast partnerships including The Block TV show. Strategic partnerships with CSIRO and Opteon AUS position the firm for the NatHERS for Existing Homes rollout, while collaborations with A&L Windows, Kingspan, and HIA extend its ecosystem across building products and industry associations.

Name

Energy Lab

Legal name

Energy Lab

Website

https://energylab.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Energy Lab is an Australian energy efficiency assessment firm founded in 2005 that delivers NatHERS, Section J, BASIX, BESS, and ESD compliance reports to volume builders, architects, and government clients via a proprietary automated portal integrated with NatHERS software.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Energy Efficiency Assessment Services

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (54138), Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (541690)

SIC

Services-Testing Laboratories (8734)

akta.pro primary industry

Third-Party Certification, Code Compliance & Regulatory Inspection (ASME/API/ISO) (EUAEAHAN)

akta.pro secondary industry

Performance Testing & Acceptance/Condition Assessments (Baseline, Post-Repair) (EUAEAKAK)

Keywords

• Energy efficiency assessment
• NatHERS residential ratings
• Commercial Section J reports
• BASIX certificates
• Building sustainability assessments

Headquarters

HQ city

Pakenham

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Energy Efficiency Assessment Services: Energy Lab provides professional energy efficiency assessment services including NatHERS ratings, Section J compliance, BASIX certificates, BESS assessments, and ESD reports. Fees are quoted per project based on plan complexity, with options for standard or expedited turnaround. Payment is via credit card (with 5% discount for upfront payment) or 14-day invoice.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Energy Lab provides accredited energy efficiency assessment services for the Australian construction industry, including NatHERS residential ratings, Section J and JV3 commercial reports, BASIX certificates, BESS assessments, and ESD reports. The company processes these assessments through proprietary AI/automation software integrated via API with all main NatHERS tools (FirstRate5, HERO, AccuRate Enterprise), serving volume builders, architects, government bodies, and building surveyors across Australia.

Product overview

Energy Lab operates as an energy efficiency assessment company offering a portfolio of distinct products and services. The core offering consists of NatHERS Residential Energy Assessments, Commercial Energy Reports (Section J & JV3), BASIX Certificates, BESS assessments, ESD Reports, and STEPS Reports—all supported by NatHERS-accredited software tools. A key platform component is the Volume Builder Portal with API technology for automated, high-volume processing integrated with FirstRate5, HERO, and AccuRate Enterprise. Magic Energy Box is a supplementary PDF-to-FR5/HERO conversion service for independent assessors. The company also runs The Rating Room podcast as an industry education resource. The Online Client Portal provides clients with project submission, tracking, and report access capabilities. NatHERS for Existing Homes represents an emerging service in partnership with CSIRO for rating existing housing stock.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Quantifiable outcome

• 250,000+ energy assessments completed since 2005
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

AI capability2 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered major, core and minor.

• A&L WindowsmajorTechnology or Integration · 12 September 2024Energy Lab integrates A&L Windows' detailed Window Energy Rating Scheme (WERS) product-specific codes into assessments, producing more precise and credible energy ratings for builders and architects. The collaboration enhances accuracy, efficiency, and sustainability of energy reports by incorporating real-world design data from A&L's product range.
• CSIROcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnergy Lab is working with CSIRO to test and evaluate the first nationwide house energy rating system for existing homes. Energy Lab was contracted to test CSIRO software and scale workflow processes for NatHERS for Existing Homes, facilitating the largest paradigm shift in energy efficiency for all Australian homes. The initiative also involves Australia's largest bank valuers to enable energy ratings for green loan verification.
• Opteon AUScoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnergy Lab partnered with Opteon AUS to facilitate CSIRO trials of NatHERS for existing homes, helping understand the energy efficiency of all existing houses across Australia.
• Kingspan Insulation AustraliamajorGTM or Marketing PartnerEnergy Lab collaborated with Kingspan to develop practical design documents (Kingspan 7-Star Guides) helping builders and designers meet 7-Star requirements. Energy Lab also participates in Kingspan Digital Academy webinars and co-presents on NCC 2022 compliance topics with Kingspan Insulation.
• Housing Industry Association (HIA)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerBrian Haines of Energy Lab presented at HIA NCC seminars and webinars covering energy efficiency changes, NCC 2022 compliance, and 7-star requirements. Energy Lab supports HIA's seminar roadshow reaching over 2,000+ attendees, positioning itself as a trusted industry expert.
• DahlsensminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEnergy Lab's Brian Haines appeared on the InSite with Dahlsens podcast discussing practical pathways to NCC 2022 Volume Two compliance in NSW, focusing on the NatHERS Assessment Pathway and 7-star ratings.
• The BlockmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerEnergy Lab is the trusted energy compliance partner for The Block, Australia's leading home renovation TV show. Each season, they provide expert NatHERS energy ratings, Ecological Sustainable Design assessments, and general sustainability guidance, ensuring every project meets strict energy efficiency standards.
• Cladding Safety VictoriacoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSince 2020, Energy Lab has been working with Hamilton Marino on Cladding Safety Victoria projects across the Melbourne CBD, designing and documenting bespoke Performance Solutions for combustible cladding rectification based on the National Construction Code for document approval for rectification permits.
• Graham EnergyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCo-host of The Rating Room podcast alongside Energy Lab's Brian Haines and Statewide Rating Service's Andrew Hooper, providing industry insights on NatHERS, compliance, and sustainable housing.
• Statewide Rating ServiceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCo-host of The Rating Room podcast alongside Energy Lab's Brian Haines and Graham Energy's Matthew Graham, providing industry insights on NatHERS, compliance, and sustainable housing.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Arup: International engineering and sustainability consultancy providing building energy modelling, Section J/ASHRAE assessments, and ESD advisory. Comparable technical depth in energy simulation but serving a more enterprise/global client base than Energy Lab.
• WSP: Global engineering consultancy providing energy and sustainability advisory services across building sectors. Comparable to Energy Lab in offering commercial Section J, JV3, and NCC-aligned energy services, but at much larger scale and as part of a diversified portfolio.
• AECOM: Global infrastructure consultancy with energy efficiency and sustainability practices supporting commercial and residential projects. Overlaps with Energy Lab in Section J, JV3, and ESD-style reporting, though as one offering among many engineering disciplines.
• SLR Consulting: Global environmental and sustainability consultancy with Australian building sustainability practice offering ESD and BESS-style services. Comparable in regulatory compliance support though SLR is broader and project-based rather than volume-oriented.
• Stantec: Global design and engineering firm with sustainability and energy services across Australian and APAC building markets. Comparable in offering commercial energy compliance and ESD consulting as part of broader infrastructure work.
• Ramboll: International consultancy providing building energy performance and sustainability advisory. Comparable to Energy Lab's JV3 and Section J work, but with a much broader environmental and engineering service portfolio.

Direct peers

• Statewide Rating Service: Australian energy rating provider and co-host of The Rating Room podcast. Overlaps directly with Energy Lab in NatHERS assessments, Section J, and BASIX certificates across volume builder and architectural segments.
• Graham Energy: Australian NatHERS energy assessor and co-host of The Rating Room podcast alongside Energy Lab. Directly competes with Energy Lab in residential energy ratings, BESS, and BASIX services for builders and architects.
• Opteon: Australian property advisory and energy rating firm partnered with Energy Lab on the CSIRO NatHERS for Existing Homes trials. Comparable in residential energy ratings and ESD services, with broader property valuation and building consultancy adjacencies.

Emerging players

• Atelier Ten: Specialist sustainable design consultancy focused on high-performance buildings and energy modelling. Comparable to Energy Lab's architect-facing, performance-solutions work for bespoke projects, though operating at the premium/enterprise end of the market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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