Consorcio Passivhaus is an organization based near Madrid, Spain, dedicated to advancing practices related to high energy efficiency in construction, specifically referencing the Passivhaus standard. The Consorcio does not act as a certifying body; rather, it serves as a professional platform and collaborative forum where manufacturers, technical specialists, architects, and industry groups converge to develop and promote solutions for highly energy-efficient construction.
Founded with the aim of supporting a shift toward better-performing buildings, the organization facilitates knowledge exchange through technical working groups, training programs, and dissemination of practical research. It curates detailed technical criteria and guidelines around the implementation of Passivhaus principles, addressing subjects such as airtightness, thermal insulation, renewable energy integration, and occupant health through improved indoor air quality.
The scope of the Consorcio’s activities encompasses organization and support of demonstration projects, active engagement in conferences, and partnership with regional and national bodies to advocate for higher performance standards in construction. The group highlights case studies of buildings that have adopted Passivhaus criteria around Spain, including residential and non-residential projects in the Madrid area. Its members represent a significant cross-section of the supply chain, from producers of construction materials to specialist consultants and technology providers.
Consorcio Passivhaus maintains an open approach, aiming to promote measurable improvements. Its initiatives are structured towards replicable and verifiable results rather than abstract advocacy, focusing on technical rigor and traceable outcomes in its promoted projects. All activities and data align with information published through their official website.