What Sets Passive House Apart? Key Basics Explained | ATSPACE

Описание: What Makes a Passive House a Passive House?
In this video, Joe, a Client Relationship Manager at ATSPACE, explains the key principles behind Passive House design and what truly defines a certified Passive House. Developed in the 1990s by Dr. Wolfgang Feist, Passive House (or Passivhaus) is one of the world’s most energy-efficient building standards, designed to create ultra-low-energy, sustainable homes. Joe breaks down the certification process, the five core principles, and why Passive House construction is becoming increasingly popular across the UK.

What This Video Covers:
• What the Passive House standard is and where it originated
• The certification process using the PHPP (Passive House Planning Package)
• The five key principles of Passive House design:
• MVHR (Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery)
• High-quality insulation
• Thermal bridge-free construction
• High-performance triple glazing
• Airtight construction (0.6 ACH requirement)
• How MVHR systems recover heat and reduce energy demand
• Why airtightness, insulation, and glazing work together for maximum efficiency
• How Passive Houses achieve exceptional comfort without a traditional heating system

Why This Matters:
✓ Passive Houses drastically reduce energy consumption and utility bills
✓ Provides exceptional thermal comfort all year round
✓ Supports long-term sustainability and reduces carbon footprint
✓ Meets one of the highest building performance standards worldwide
✓ Ensures homes are future-proofed and environmentally responsible