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2026 Passive House Symposium
MOVING THE MARKET | DECEMBER 8 | BOSTON
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The Benefits
Discover a new way to build
Healthy
Continuous ventilation brings in fresh, filtered air and removes pollutants. Good design prevents mold growth.
Comfortable
A high-performance enclosure keeps out noise, odors, and pests while avoiding damp, hot, and cold spots.
Resilient
Robust insulation maintains safe temperatures for days, even during extreme heat or cold.
Durable
Intelligent moisture control avoids conditions for mold, helping the building last for generations.
Reliable
Rigorous third-party testing ensures the building is designed and built to the highest standards.
Efficient
Thermos-like construction avoids leaking heat or cold to the outside, reducing energy use by 40-60%.
EDUCATION
Schedule a short course
PH101
Introduction to Passive House
Passive House is more than just an energy efficiency certification; it’s a rigorous building science framework that transforms how we design and build. This introduction covers the basics, helping you get off on the right foot.
2 AIA (HSW)
2 Phius
2 PHI
2 USGBC
Passive Building in Practice
Development
This session is a specialized introduction for developers. It presents real data on the costs and value of Passive Building, as well as insights from dozens of projects on how developers can minimize costs and maximize rewards.
1 AIA (HSW)
1 USGBC
Passive Building in Practice
Design
Moving beyond foundational building science, this session focuses on the architect’s role as the central coordinator of a performance-based design. Intended for those who have already taken PH101 or have equivalent experience.
2 AIA (HSW)
2 Phius
2 USGBC
Passive Building in Practice
Delivery
Every certified Passive House is a testament to the skills of the contractors and tradespeople who built it. In this session, we share practical lessons drawn from real projects for how builders can deliver on-time and on-budget.
2 AIA (HSW)
2 Phius
2 USGBC
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Real-World Detailing for Prefabricated Passive Enclosures
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How can we help?
Passive House Massachusetts works to support everyone delivering high-performance buildings in the Commonwealth. Whether you’re building your first project or your fiftieth, we’re here to help with free training, research, and resources.