The Fifth Estate presents: TFE LEARN with Andy Marlow of Envirotecture
We’re not really keen on the idea of ‘mythbusting’, but there are many rumours floating out there about being able to successfully complete Passivhaus renovation (Enerphit) projects to improve existing buildings. In this brand new “TFE Learn” video podcast series, our Director Andy Marlow answers some of these typical questions that arise about Enerphit:
But it’s impossible to retrofit to the Passivhaus standard, isn’t it?
– Andy shares stories about two of Envirotecture’s recently completed Certified Enerphit homes in different climates with different construction methodologies, proving it very much is possible!
But it’s too difficult and expensive to find solutions for retrofits, isn’t it?
– Andy shares insights about the costs of building to the Passivhaus standard, the affordability of some elements, prioritising decisions, the ‘renovate or detonate’ dilemma, and more.
But what about all the people who want to open their windows?
– Andy describes the experiences of our clients who are living in Passivhaus homes now and how they behave which might not be what you expect!
But there must be some standard answers that can be implemented to improve all buildings?
– Andy discusses the importance of bio-climatic solutions depending on your location as the Passivhaus standard is not a prescriptive standard, but a performance standard that is really focused on health.
But no one shares this knowledge with the industry, so how will we ever all learn?
– Andy generously shares his learnings so the wider community can benefit, so more people can live in better buildings sooner.
Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mi2AwZKOGfs
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