BAM UK & Ireland’s Woodmill High School and St Columba’s RC High School, part of the Dunfermline Learning Campus in Fife, has officially become the largest Passivhaus-certified educational building in the world.
The contractor built a Passivhaus Classic dual secondary school building in Dunfermline under one roof for Fife Council.
The school has recorded an airtightness of 0.45m3/(hr-m3)@50Pa air changes per hour, meaning less than half of the air inside the building is replaced by outside air due to leakage each hour. This improves heat retention and energy efficiency.
The project has received certification from the independent Passivhaus Institute, making it the largest certified building in the world in the school, college and university categories.
Jim Ward, Scottish regional director at BAM UK & Ireland, said: “Passivhaus is not just about changing building standards, it’s about changing a mindset to get quality embedded into how we deliver buildings within the construction industry. We are delighted to have received certification from the Passivhaus Institute, and recognition for the energy efficiency methods used to deliver Woodmill High School and St Columba’s RC High School.
“The building will help to significantly reduce energy costs, while also improving air quality, creating a better learning environment for both pupils and staff. It’s a project we are incredibly proud to have delivered in close partnership with Fife Council and one that aligns with our commitment to building a sustainable tomorrow.”
Councillor Cara Hilton, Fife Council’s education spokesperson, said: “This certification is a fantastic achievement for Dunfermline Learning Campus. It highlights our commitment to sustainability and providing high-quality learning environments for our students.”
