I chatted with the wide range of exhibitors at the 2025 Australian Passivhaus Conference, THRIVE 25 in Melbourne. This year saw a growing contingent of panel suppliers along with a variety of window manufacturers, membrane suppliers and more.

Special thanks to Environtecture and the Australian Passivhaus Association for supporting the Passive House Accelerator to be there and bring you these highlights. 

 

Featured Guests and Exhibitors

Peter Sullivan, Smart SIPsPeter introduces us to his structural insulated panel system designed to simplify construction while delivering high performance for Passive House and other energy-efficient builds.

Annettee Braagaard, Nordic BlindsAnnettee shares how intelligent Danish blind systems support shading and comfort in Passive House projects across Australia.

Ben Mitchell, SIP Solid and Solcraft

Ben explains how their Solcraft panels can help deliver stronger, warmer homes in the Australian market.

Rohan Madathanapalli, Bondor MetecnoAs Principal Sponsor of THRIVE 25, Rohan outlines Bondor’s role in advanced panel technology and how one product can serve multiple functions, speeding up products and helping to reduce overall cost.

Klaus Herrmann, Alpine Passive HouseKlaus highlights the benefits of Australian-made prefabricated panels design with European experience.

Thomas Paarhammer, Paarhammer Windows & DoorsThomas shares insights from over 30 years of crafting high-quality windows and doors tailored for Australian conditions and Passive House requirements.

Villy Yordanov, Pro Clima AustraliaVilly explains some of the new products available from long-time Passive House support, pro clima.

Rachael Sparnon-Freeman, Pacific VentilationRachael discusses mechanical ventilation solutions, indoor air quality, and how Pacific Ventilation can support both commercial and residential projects.

Joel Seagren, FantechJoel speaks about fan technologies and their application in Passive House ventilation systems and energy recovery solutions.

Michael Drage, Reimagined Habitat, Net Zero Plus, Efficient HabitatMichael talks about communicating passive house in the language of clients, drawing on his experience from the financial sector.