Developing a rating system for a net zero community

Net zero communities are becoming widely popular at the global scale. However, there is often ambiguity in its understanding and application. Different countries around the world have varying perceptions of net zero, each having their own standard of evaluation. Hence, it is crucial to generate a rating system that can act as a starting point in designing large scale net zero developments. The aim of this study is to select, analyse and compare five globally acknowledged energy rating systems for large scale developments and develop an amalgamated rating system that will act as an international guide to design and test net zero communities around the world.