| Building Energy Code (BEC) currently in-force | Decree Of The Ministry Of The Environment On The Energy Efficiency Of New Buildings |
| Date of BEC publication | 1999 |
| BEC Jurisdiction | National |
| Climate zone classification | Cold, Humid |
| Income Group | High income |
| Type of BEC | Performance-Based |
| BEC Coverage | Passive design; Space Heating; Space Cooling; Water Heating; Lighting |
GENERAL INQUIRIES
Finland
Helsinki
* denotes coverage is through the European Ecodesign Directive
Types of Standards
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Passive design (Residential)
| Indicator | Mandatory Minimum Requirements |
|---|---|
| Maximum Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) | Yes |
| Roof U-value (W/m². K) | 0.09 |
| Floors U-value (W/m². K) | 0.09 |
| External walls U-value (W/m². K) | 0.09 |
| Doors U-value (W/m². K) | 1 |
| Air leakage prevention | Yes |
| Enforcement Mechanisms | Thermal Transmittance or Insulation Calculations for Building Envelope; Solar Heat Gains Calculations for Building Envelope; Glazing Factors for Fenestration; Air Barrier, Air Leakage, or Air Infiltration |