What is a passive solar house?

The idea with passive solar energy is to take advantage of the free and phenomenal energy given by the sun to us day after day in order to heat the home. We are not talking about solar panels or technological additions, but more in terms of orientation, high efficiency windows and certain other elements that must be designed with care. Building your home so that it becomes a passive solar habitat allows you to live in a bright and comfortable home all year round and to considerably reduce your energy bill.

• For more information: see the subsection “What is passive solar?”