Definitions
Sorry, no definitions found. You may find more data at passiv.
Etymologies
Sorry, no etymologies found.
Support
Help support Wordnik (and make this page ad-free) by adopting the word Passiv.
Examples
-
Paul and Desiree Brazelton are retrofitting their home to meet requirements of the Passiv Haus movement, which means the home will be so well insulated, it won't need a furnace despite the cold Minnesota winters.
The Seattle Times 2011
-
Passiv houses, which require less than 15kWh per square metre per year to heat (a standard house uses 55kWh).
-
Modular Passiv-Haus Concept Offers Customizable, Net-Zero Home kitchen cabinets and antique pieces from China, Korea and Japan.
INHABITAT 2009
Comments
Log in or sign up to get involved in the conversation. It's quick and easy.