The Active House in Stjordal, Norway is a green building designed to be energy-efficient and environmentally friendly. It uses solar energy, wood stoves, and other sustainable features to reduce its impact on the environment. Despite requiring slightly more energy to build than a traditional Passive house, the Active House performs 15% better over its lifetime, resulting in lower environmental impacts. It is important to involve all stakeholders, including the end user, in the building's operation to ensure its effectiveness and promote well-being.