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What’s the difference between Passivhaus and EnerPHit?
Both Passivhaus and EnerPHit are high-performance energy efficiency standards designed to reduce energy use, improve comfort, and lower carbon emissions. While they share the same core principles, the key difference is that Passivhaus is for new buildings, whereas EnerPHit is specifically for refurbishing existing ones. Passivhaus: The Gold Standard for New Builds Passivhaus is a…
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What is the EnerPHit Standard?
The EnerPHit standard is a high-performance energy efficiency standard specifically designed for refurbishing existing buildings. It is based on the principles of the Passivhaus standard but adapted for older buildings where meeting full Passivhaus requirements may not always be possible. EnerPHit is recognised as one of the best ways to upgrade an existing property to…
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What is a Passivhaus?
A Passivhaus (or Passive House) is a type of building that is designed to be extremely energy efficient. It follows a set of principles that help reduce the need for heating and cooling, making it more comfortable and cheaper to run. The Passivhaus standard was first developed in Germany in the 1990s and has since…