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PHMass In-Person Meeting – September

September 12, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Join us for an in-person PHMass event on Tuesday, September 12th at the BSA Space in Boston.

This evening workshop will present lessons learned from years of Passive House projects focusing on certification process management and project verification. Discussion will include how to successfully manage a Passive House project, how to divide roles and responsibilities, common challenges to verification, and how to set the project up for success from Day One.

Audience Q&A encouraged. Refreshments provided. Networking time included. Registration required (no cost).

Full Presentation Description: 
Passive How? Integrating Passive House Methodology into the Design & Construction Process

Several communities in Massachusetts have adopted the new Opt-In Specialized Code, which specifies Passive House as a path to compliance. This presentation will focus on how to integrate Passive House design and construction methodology into architectural design and project delivery processes. Topics covered will include:

  • Setting performance targets
  • Using the energy model as a design tool
  • Scheduling and integrating review feedback
  • Nested certifications
  • Verification and CA
  • Lessons learned

Whether you’ve successfully completed Passive House projects or are considering your first, this presentation will help remove barriers to Passive House certification by sharing knowledge gained on over 20 projects since 2015.

Featuring David Salamon, Re:Vision Architecture
David is a Registered Architect, Certified Passive House Consultant, and Sustainability Consultant for Re:Vision Architecture. He is also a principal founder of the Greater Philadelphia Passive House Association and co-founder and organizer of the New Gravity Housing Conference.

Introduction from Aaron Gunderson, PHMass, sharing news and updates from the Passive House world.

Registration required (no cost).

Details

Date:
September 12, 2023
Time:
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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