Standardization in China’s Building Energy Efficiency Industry: The Development of a National Standard for Passive Houses in China

The chapter delves into the standardization process in China’s building energy efficiency industry, with a particular focus on the development of a national standard for passive houses. It examines how China, as an increasingly influential player in international standardization, has adapted foreign standards to suit its local climate and technological needs. The analysis centers on the roles of three key stakeholder groups—technical, scientific, and commercial—and their strategies in promoting their passive house ideals. The chapter also explores the challenges and successes of adapting the German passive house standard to China’s diverse climatic zones, offering insights into the broader standardization approach in China’s construction sector. The study concludes by emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach to standardization that considers the entire life cycle of buildings, rather than just the design stage.