Welcome to the Clean Power Hour! According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), buildings account for almost 40% of global energy consumption and approximately one-third of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. Passive House, also known as Passivhaus, is a building standard that prioritizes energy efficiency and sustainability by creating airtight, well-insulated structures with controlled ventilation and minimal energy consumption.
Today on the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague is joined by Zach Semke, Director, Passive House Accelerator. Passive House Accelerator is a multi-channel media company and event producer dedicated to Passive House design and construction.
Zach Semke is also the co-founder Shift Zero, an alliance of green building, energy efficiency, and climate action organizations and businesses that have come together around common ground.
In today’s episode, Tim and Zach explore the topic of Passive House and its role in decarbonizing the environment. Zach shares his personal journey and how he became interested in Passive House and the Built environment. He talks about the challenges of building energy-efficient homes and how the Passive House standard addresses those challenges.
Tim and Zach discuss who can benefit from Passive House and how it is built. They explore the importance of design and construction in meeting Passive House standards, as well as the role of high-quality building materials and effective ventilation systems.
In addition, Zach shares his insights on Passive House and how the Passive House Accelerator connects builders, architects, and developers with the necessary resources and information. He discusses the story behind the Accelerator and its mission to speed the adoption of Passive House and other sustainable building practices.
This episode offers valuable insights into the world of Passive House and its potential to decarbonize the environment. Whether you are a builder, architect, developer, or simply interested in sustainable living, this episode is a must-watch. So sit back, relax, and join Tim and Zach as they explore the fascinating world of Passive House.
Key Takeaways
How Zach got interested with Passive House and the Built environment.
What is Passive House?
How a passive house is built
Who needs passive house?
LEED vs. Passive House
The story behind Passive House Accelerator
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