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Partners in Passivhaus: Interview with BE-ST

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Author. Clare Booth
Director

We spoke to Built Environment Smarter Transformation (BE-ST) about our mission to accelerate sustainable, innovative and future-proofed housing in Scotland.

We spoke to Built Environment Smarter Transformation (BE-ST) about our mission to accelerate sustainable, innovative and future-proofed housing in Scotland.

BE-ST’s Passivhaus training programmes galvanised change at Coldwells Build, inspiring us to create a range of modern, prefabricated Passivhaus homes. We’re proud to be part of a new wave of purpose-driven building companies committed to pursuing a Scotland where all houses are truly energy efficient.

The Coldwells Build Passivhaus range will be launched in 2024.

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Clare Booth

Director
Coldwells Build director, Clare Booth.

A trained communicator, Clare co-founded Coldwells Build with the aim of improving consumer experience within the construction process. Working previously as a television director and journalist, she understands more than most, about the power of detail, organisation and timing.

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An introduction to the Passivhaus standard — what it is, how it works and the steps you can take to achieve it in your new home.

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