PASSIVE HOUSE BUILDING CONCEPTS
(Laura Blau and Paul Thompson, Certified Passive House Consultants)
Passive House buildings, residential or commercial, meet a rigorous energy standard, quantifiable in simple, measurable terms. They are extremely energy-efficient and comfortable, with excellent indoor air quality. They are better built and more durable, with lower utility costs than most buildings and can be built cost effectively. The Passive House concept slashes heating consumption of buildings by up to 90%!
Passive House buildings have the following characteristics:
- Super insulated walls
- Thermal bridge free construction
- Airtight construction
- Energy recovery ventilation
- High-performance windows and doors
- Passive solar design
Passive House is appropriate for many building types including single and multi-family residential, commercial, and educational uses; both in new construction and renovations. Renovating existing properties to achieve serious energy reductions requires different strategies and often presents limited opportunities.
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