Passive House represents today's highest energy standard, with the promise of reducing the energy consumption of buildings by up to 80% while providing superior comfort and air quality -- all at minimal additional upfront cost. When coupled with renewable energy systems, such as solar, Passive House puts true zero energy buildings within reach.

Learn more about Passive House:

• Benefits & Economics
• Concept & Design Approach
  
• Performance Criteria & Certification Process
• History

Passive House California Group

We are a group of building professionals from the San Francisco Bay Area and greater California working together to:

• Increase public and media awareness of the Passive House building standard
• Train design and construction professionals
• Develop details and techniques appropriate for California climates and building codes
• Research Passive House construction costs and energy performance
• Influence building energy policy by strategically interacting with government agencies, building professionals, non-profits and educational institutions
• Partner and collaborate with those who share compatible goals

Working Committees

Passive House California supports a number of active subcommittees that work to accomplish its many goals. Please browse the Committees area to learn more and get involved!