Infographic: How a Passive House Saves Energy

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An energy efficiency building standard, Passive House design reduces a home’s energy use by more than 70 percent and reduces the house’s carbon footprint by more than 60 percent. As a result, passive home owners have lower energy bills — with no sacrifice to their comfort. Interested in learning more?

The following infographic from The Zebra highlights passive house design benefits, its typical features, and a few tips to consider before you build your own.

How passive home design can save energy

Image source: The Zebra

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