Industry Guide
Passive House Construction: The Rigorous Building Performance Standard With Specific Envelope and Mechanical Requirements
Passive House (Passivhaus) is a performance-based energy standard producing buildings with exceptional air tightness, thermal performance, and minimal energy use. PHIUS (Passive House Institute US) and PHI (Passive House Institute) certify projects meeting specific metrics. Achieving certification requires precise construction — air leakage, thermal bridges, and ventilation all measured and verified.
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