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Preventing overheating in classrooms: a thermodynamic simulation study in Barcelona
As climate change intensifies summer heatwaves, ensuring thermal comfort in educational buildings is becoming a top priority
Pavelló Illa: Barcelona’s new sports hub looks good, keeps cool and saves energy
Located in the dense urban fabric of Barcelona, Pavelló Illa is a new sports centre that stands out for its sensitive integration into a complex context.
The Health Risks of Noise and the Passivhaus Solution
Noise pollution is an often-overlooked environmental hazard that has significant health implications.
The Truth About Heating and Cooling in Passivhaus Buildings
Passivhaus buildings are often marketed as requiring no heating at all, but this is misleading. While it is true that Passivhaus buildings achieve an impressive 70% reduction in space heating demand compared to conventional buildings
Stairwell pressurization failing? A Blower Door test can help
Stairwell pressurization systems are a fundamental component of fire safety in tertiary buildings.
Mirador de Gracia: Catalonia’s 1st all-electric Passivhaus certified care home opens its doors
Mirador de Gracia, located in Barcelona, Spain, is the first Passivhaus certified care home in Catalonia,making itone of the most comfortable and energy-efficient care homes in the country.