BRANZ was established in 1970 to work in partnership with government and the industry to lead research into improved building techniques and materials, and provide an advisory service and purpose-built testing facility and laboratory.  The work has evolved over the decades to meet the needs of the industry and increased interest from homeowners.  
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Research priorities developed in response to industry concerns, including weathertightness, energy use, life cycle assessment tools, and transitioning to a zero-carbon built environment.  
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Via its website BRANZ provides a diverse range of tools, webinars, workshops, professional development seminars and eLearning modules, research publications, technical reports and case studies.
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BRANZ’s work is funded by the industry through the Building Research Levy.
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