Benefits of Heat Recovery Ventilation in an Energy-Efficient Building
Today’s homes and buildings are being constructed with increasing attention to a tight building envelope. These techniques can have a number of benefits, such as better indoor air quality control and increased longevity of the building itself. These homes also require...Energy-Efficient Vs Traditional Homes: 4 Key Strategy Differences in Building an Energy-Efficient Home
I’m visiting Ecuador at the moment and I’ve been struck by the fact that most of the homes on the coast and in Quito have no heating or air conditioning system. Straddling the equator, much of the country has a relatively mild climate, with a wet and dry season. This...The History of Passive House: How the Passive House Standard Was Born
In 1988 two men had a vision: to create a house that provided comfort, affordability, excellent air quality/ventilation, and reliable performance, without compromising on design. They embarked on a journey, which was to change the face of low-energy developments and...