The Impact of Passive House Construction on Energy Consumption and Living Experience in Chongqing

This research investigates the impact of passive house construction on energy consumption and living experience in Chongqing, China. The study involves both primary and secondary methodology, which is represented in both qualitative and quantitative formats. The primary research evidence is collected from an online questionnaire and interviews with designers and engineers in the industry. The secondary evidence is collected from a range of online sources including relevant and credible academic articles, essays and news reports, and government reports. A case study based on a passive house project in Hebei is used to compare with passive house construction in Chongqing. The key areas considered in the study are the environment, policies, and social aspects and the impact of passive house construction on the living experience of the residents. The research concludes that passive house construction has positive results from both climate and policy perspectives. In terms of climate, it is environmentally friendly and energy-efficient. The development of more policies technologies will be the main driving force or motivation for more passive house construction.