Evolving energy standards and architectural trends put greater emphasis on glazing performance now than ever before. This course reflects on traditional glazing systems, limitations, and opportunities to dramatically improve the thermal efficiency of the building envelope through emerging technologies. Attendees will gain insight into how glazing systems affect overall wall performance and a core understanding […]
Join us for an evening hosted by Passive House Massachusetts on Tuesday, January 14th at PCA in Cambridge, MA. The event will feature a happy (half) hour social and an exciting presentation on Foam-Free High Performance Building Enclosure by John Deans of 475. 🕒 Schedule: Social: 5:30-6:00 PM Presentation: 6:00-7:00 PM Why attend? The presentation […]
We’re thrilled to invite you to our PHMass Monthly Meeting on Tuesday, February 11th, from 5:30–7:30 PM at the BSA Space in Boston. If you’re navigating the evolving energy codes in Massachusetts, curious about where passive house adoption stands, or want more clarity on incentives, we would love to see you there! Join Paul Ormond […]
Join PHMass on Tuesday, March 11th from 5:30–7:30 PM for an evening of learning, networking, and great conversation with Ken Levenson, Executive Director of The Passive House Network. This is a hybrid in-person and virtual event: We’ll kick things off with an in-person social half hour from 5:30–6:00 PM, where you can connect with fellow architects, builders, […]
Passive House standards are widely recognized as the gold standard for building energy efficiency. However, focusing solely on energy savings overlooks one of their greatest benefits: significantly enhanced indoor air quality. This presentation delves into various indoor air quality metrics and demonstrates how Passive House standards surpass code-minimum construction in improving these factors. By combining […]
Kurt Lamar (Building Advisory Group) and Chris Becker (Callahan Construction Managers) will explore the challenges and lessons learned in passive house construction, sharing insights through photographs, case studies, and real-world experiences. This session is designed for both new and experienced professionals looking to deepen their understanding of best practices, proactive strategies, and common pitfalls in […]
The Bunker Hill Housing Redevelopment in Boston stands as a pioneering example of large-scale passive house implementation, aiming to deliver 2,699 mixed-rate housing units across 15 buildings. This panel discussion and presentation spotlights the all-star Bunker Hill team, including representatives from Stantec, RDH Building Science, Leggat McCall Properties, and Suffolk Construction. This is a hybrid […]
Emu Passive is organizing a Passive House hands-on workshop in Boston, May 19-23. The unique Passive Design/Build™ format is designed to unite local professionals and bridge the gap between design and construction in high-performance projects. Participants will engage in an in-depth building science course that covers all aspects of Passive House and best practices for high performance (you […]
Passive isn’t just for houses The Phius Non-Residential Summit 2025 is a two-day virtual event that will showcase a sampling of Phius Certified non-residential projects and explore all the Phius non-residential certification program has to offer. Taking place May 20-21, this summit will feature a range of non-residential buildings that have successfully achieved Phius certification, […]
Join us for a Passive House get together, meet like-minded people, and expand your professional circle. Network, talk shop about Passive House and building science, and have fun! This is a joint event of Emu Passive and Passive House Massachusetts. Register here: https://share.hsforms.com/1lWy2MUwxQtKOPCTQEnHCaQ1yt00
The Phius CPHB Certification is meant for tradespeople and construction professionals with field experience. The training is open to all with past experience in construction and/or high performance building. Prerequisites: The training is open to all with past experience in construction and/or high performance building. Learning Objectives (4): High performance building enclosure systems with an […]
⚡⚡ This is a hybrid in-person and virtual event ⚡⚡ See below for Zoom link ⚡⚡ As part of our “All-in!” theme for 2025, we explore whether all spaces should indeed be “all-in” the passive building enclosure! Multifamily Passive House projects come with unique challenges that can trip up even experienced teams. In the presentation “Inside vs Outside”, experienced passive house consultant John […]
This is a partner event hosted by the Reimagine Buildings Collective. Reimagine Buildings 25 is more than just theory—it’s about real-world impact. We’re bringing together the best of the best from the world of building decarbonization and resilience. Expect practical solutions, expert-led discussions, and a community of change-makers driven to take action. You’ll leave with […]
Passive House Network is holding its live-online Specialized Course, designPH Training, on June 25th at Noon-3PM ET. This course is a practical guide on using designPH to translate a 3D architectural model into an actionable energy model. Attendees will earn 3 AIA & 3 PHI CEUs.
The Passive House Network’s Summer Certified Passive House Designer Training will kick off on July 1st. Those who enroll can earn 35 AIA LU/HSW credits upon course completion. There are also lots of Financial Incentives that can support this training for those who qualify.