climate-passive
|cli-mate-pass-ive|
/ˈklaɪmət ˈpæsɪv/
energy-efficient design
Etymology
'climate-passive' originates from the combination of 'climate,' referring to weather conditions, and 'passive,' meaning not actively participating.
'climate-passive' evolved from the concept of 'passive design' in architecture, which emphasizes using natural resources for energy efficiency.
Initially, it referred to any passive design approach, but now it specifically denotes designs that leverage climate conditions.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describing a building or structure that is designed to minimize energy use by taking advantage of natural climate conditions.
The new office building is climate-passive, reducing the need for artificial heating and cooling.
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Last updated: 2025/02/17 20:50