You can call it sustainability, low carbon footprint or energy efficiency – we wrap it all here as a high-performance building, because here we address how a building performs and is efficient from an energy standpoint which also will lower the carbon footprint. this service provides buildings certified as Net zero, passive house, similar certifications or built to those standards without the certifications.
At the end of the day, how a building performs, saves energy, reacts passively to the environment and minimize the carbon footprint is what matters. We take it seriously and we try to implement it as much as we can in every opportunity we have.
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Explain Passive House
A Passive House is a type of building design that focuses on achieving high energy efficiency and comfort while minimizing energy consumption. The term “passive” refers to the fact that these houses primarily rely on passive strategies, such as insulation, airtightness, and heat recovery, to maintain a comfortable indoor environment.
In simpler terms, a Passive House is like a super-insulated and airtight thermos for your building. It’s designed to keep the indoor temperature stable and comfortable without relying heavily on traditional heating or cooling systems. This not only reduces the environmental impact but also leads to significant energy cost savings for the occupants.
So, imagine a building that stays warm in the winter and cool in the summer without constantly needing the heater or air conditioner running. That’s the essence of a Passive House – a smart and eco-friendly approach to building design.
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Explain Net Zero
Net zero is a concept that revolves around balancing the amount of energy a building or a system uses with the amount of renewable energy it generates. In simpler terms, the goal of a net-zero building is to produce as much energy as it consumes over a specific period.
Think of it like a financial budget: you earn a certain amount of money (energy generated) and spend that money on various things (energy consumption). In a net-zero scenario, your goal is to make sure that your earnings and spending are equal, resulting in a balanced budget.
For a building, achieving net zero energy typically involves incorporating energy-efficient technologies, such as solar panels, efficient insulation, and other renewable energy sources. The idea is to reduce energy consumption as much as possible and then generate enough clean energy to offset the remaining usage.
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