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SUMMARY:Phius Non-Residential Summit 2025
DESCRIPTION:Passive isn’t just for houses \nThe 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\, offering insights into their design\, performance\, and certification process. Members of the Phius certification staff will also present\, allowing you to determine if Phius certification is right for your next non-residential project. \nWhether you’re an architect\, builder\, developer\, or policymaker\, this summit will equip you with the knowledge and tools to create healthier\, more efficient non-residential buildings. \nLearn more at https://www.phius.org/non-res-summit-2025
URL:https://phmass.org/event/phius-non-residential-summit-2025/
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SUMMARY:Emu Passive Design/Build Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION: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 can review the full curriculum here). You can learn more on the Emu Passive event website\, attending a Zoom info session on March 6\, or by contacting Emu directly.
URL:https://phmass.org/event/emu-passive-design-build-boot-camp/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T190000
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SUMMARY:Critical Mass: Scaling Passive House at Bunker Hill
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis panel discussion and presentation spotlights the all-star Bunker Hill team\, including representatives from Stantec\, RDH Building Science\, Leggat McCall Properties\, and Suffolk Construction.  \n\nThis is a hybrid in-person and virtual event: \n\nWe’ll kick things off with an in-person social hour from 5:30–6:15 PM\, where you can connect with fellow architects\, builders\, developers\, and industry professionals. \nFrom 6:15–7:15 PM\, we’ll dive into our panel presentation “Critical Mass: Scaling Passive House at Bunker Hill” (In-person and virtual attendees)\n\nAs part of our “All-in!” theme for 2025\, this discussion will share invaluable lessons learned from the design and construction of Building M\, Bunker Hill’s inaugural structure. Gain insights into the innovative strategies employed\, challenges faced\, and solutions developed in scaling passive house principles for complex urban developments.  \n\nRegister now to secure your spot—we look forward to seeing you there! \nHybrid In-Person and Virtual Event Details:\n🗓️ Date: Tuesday\, May 13th\n🕒 Time: 5:30 PM (Social) | 6:15-7:15 PM (Presentation)\n📍Location: BSA Space\, 290 Congress St Suite 200\, Boston\, MA 02210 (2nd floor) \n🔗 Please register whether in person or virtual: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/critical-mass-scaling-passive-house-at-bunker-hill-tickets-1286829153639?aff=oddtdtcreator \n🖥️ Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85082309481?pwd=8WbV2b3oj2oNQUuh5qbOYc7ZhPPoq1.1
URL:https://phmass.org/event/critical-mass-scaling-passive-house-at-bunker-hill/
LOCATION:BSA Space\, 290 Congress St Suite 200\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T173000
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SUMMARY:Passive House Multifamily Building Hurdles and Challenges
DESCRIPTION: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 passive house projects. As passive house continues to gain national traction\, collaboration and knowledge-sharing are essential to its success. Our goal is to learn from one another by discussing processes that contribute to success—and those that may create challenges—as we strive to be ‘All In’ on achieving successful passive house certification. \nFour learning objectives: \n\nIdentify common challenges in passive house construction and strategies to overcome them.\nAnalyze real-world case studies to understand key lessons learned and best practices.\nEvaluate proactive measures and preferred processes that improve project outcomes and certification success.\nDiscuss the importance of collaboration and shared experiences in advancing passive house design and construction.\n\nRegister here:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/passive-house-multifamily-building-hurdles-and-challenges-tickets-1273078856129?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://phmass.org/event/passive-house-multifamily-building-hurdles-and-challenges/
LOCATION:BSA Space\, 290 Congress St Suite 200\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting
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SUMMARY:Passive House As An Indoor Air Quality Strategy (with Emu Passive)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis presentation delves into various indoor air quality metrics and demonstrates how Passive House standards surpass code-minimum construction in improving these factors. By combining superior air tightness with a continuous supply of filtered\, fresh air\, Passive House buildings achieve markedly healthier living environments. This applies not only to new builds but also to retrofit projects\, offering long-term benefits for occupant well-being and comfort. \nThis event is being offered in partnership with Emu Passive. \nThis event is brought to you by the Sponsors of Mass Save.
URL:https://phmass.org/event/passive-house-as-an-indoor-air-quality-strategy/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T173000
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SUMMARY:Ken Levenson: Top 5 Strategies for Multifamily Success
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis is a hybrid in-person and virtual event: \n\nWe’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\, developers\, and industry professionals.\nFrom 6:00–7:00 PM\, we’ll dive into our presentation “Top 5 Strategies for Multifamily Success”\n\nAs part of our “All-in!” theme for 2025\, Ken will share insights from 15+ years of passive house leadership: \n\nMultifamily buildings are complex\, and too often\, they underperform. Passive house provides a clear path to better outcomes—but are we fully harnessing its potential? This session dives into the competing interests in multifamily projects and reveals five key strategies that consistently drive success. Drawing on over 30 years of passive house multifamily experience\, we’ll uncover actionable patterns that elevate both design and construction. \n\nRegister now to secure your spot—we look forward to seeing you there! \nHybrid In-Person and Virtual Event Details:\n\n Date: Tuesday\, March 11th\n Time: 5:30 PM (Social) | 6:00-7:00 PM (Presentation)\n Location: BSA Space\, 290 Congress St Suite 200\, Boston\, MA 02210 (2nd floor)\n Please register whether in person or virtual: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/top-5-strategies-for-multifamily-success-tickets-1238338827769?aff=oddtdtcreator\n Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86252130180?pwd=DSQGFJwGuxFcyynSAa4kD9mrMVa2Nb.1
URL:https://phmass.org/event/top-5-strategies-for-multifamily-success/
LOCATION:BSA Space\, 290 Congress St Suite 200\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States
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SUMMARY:Cracking the Code: An Update on Passive House and Codes in Massachusetts
DESCRIPTION: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! \nJoin Paul Ormond from the Department of Energy Resources as he provides essential updates and guidance on Massachusetts’ energy codes\, including: \n\nAn overview of Specialized and Stretch Code adoption and what’s next in the state\nA clear layout of Incentives available to passive house certified projects—including early design review opportunities\n\nThis is a hybrid in-person and virtual event: \n\nWe’ll kick things off with an in-person social half hour from 5:30–6:00 PM\, where you can connect with fellow professionals and passive house enthusiasts.\nFrom 6:00–7:00 PM\, we’ll dive into our presentation “Cracking the Code – An Update on Passive House and Codes in Massachusetts.”\n\nAs part of our “All-in!” theme for 2025\, this session will explore how passive house adoption is transforming the design and construction industry in Massachusetts—and how you can stay ahead in this rapidly evolving landscape. \nWhether your focus is achieving passive house certification success\, cost management\, or carbon leadership in the built environment\, this evening will equip you with clarification and inspiration on “cracking the code” in Massachusetts. \nHybrid In-Person and Virtual Event Details: \n🗓️ Date: Tuesday\, February 11th \n🕒 Time: 5:30 PM (Social) | 6:00-7:00 PM (Presentation) \n📍 Location: BSA Space\, 290 Congress St Suite 200\, Boston\, MA 02210 (2nd floor) \n🔗 Registration: use this link to register\, whether you’re joining in-person or virtually \n🖥️ Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85082309481?pwd=8WbV2b3oj2oNQUuh5qbOYc7ZhPPoq1.1
URL:https://phmass.org/event/cracking-the-code-an-update-on-passive-house-and-codes-in-massachusetts/
LOCATION:BSA Space\, 290 Congress St Suite 200\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T173000
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SUMMARY:Foam-Free High Performance Building Enclosures
DESCRIPTION: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.  \n🕒 Schedule: \n\nSocial: 5:30-6:00 PM\nPresentation: 6:00-7:00 PM\n\nWhy attend? The presentation will dive into the challenges foam insulation can present in passive building design and the building science behind great\, resilient assemblies. You’ll walk away with practical knowledge on achieving the highest levels of sustainable building enclosures while eliminating foam. \nAIA Credits available: 1 HSW credit \nRegister here: \n\nIn-person: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/foam-free-high-performance-building-enclosures-in-person-tickets-1138141254129?aff=oddtdtcreator\nVirtual: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/foam-free-high-performance-building-enclosures-virtual-tickets-1138404902709?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://phmass.org/event/foam-free-high-performance-building-enclosures/
LOCATION:PCA\, 221 Hampshire St\, Cambridge\, 02139\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T130000
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SUMMARY:Emerging High Performance Glazing Technologies [Partner Event]
DESCRIPTION: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 of high-performance glazing components and assemblies. \nPresenter Bio: Jared Blum is a Senior Architectural Representative for Alpen High Performance Products\, with over 25 years of experience in the window industry. Over the past 8 years\, he has worked closely with the architectural community\, specializing in the performance and integration of window systems in a broad range of projects from new construction multi-family buildings to historic preservation projects. \nRegister Here
URL:https://phmass.org/event/emerging-high-performance-glazing-technologies/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T180000
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SUMMARY:2024 Annual Passive House Symposium
DESCRIPTION:All In!\nMassachusetts is now “All In” on Passive House – this year’s Symposium will build on what we know\, and explore how we can continue to improve and ensure successful outcomes. \nSessions will include: \n\nAnalysis of the performance and operations of local passive house projects.\nDebate around the opportunities\, challenges\, and recent developments related to refrigerant-based systems.\nDiscussions on engaging\, educating and expanding the Passive House workforce.\nUpdates on the landscape of programs\, regulations\, and funding available throughout the Commonwealth.\n\nWe will also be introducing our members and friends to our new Executive Director\, Alexander Gard-Murray. \n\n\nREGISTER TODAY \n\nVIEW THE SCHEDULE \n\nLocation: \nArtists for Humanity EpiCenter \n100 W 2nd Street \nSouth Boston\, MA \nTime: \n8:30 AM – 6:00 PM \nRegistration Fees: \n\nNon-Member: $250\nMember: $125\nMember Employees: $125\nStudent/Non-Profit: $75\n\nMembership \nNot already a Corporate or Individual Member? Follow the links below to sign up for your annual membership now: \nCorporate Membership Program \nIndividual Membership Program \n\nSponsorship \nIn addition to Membership\, we also have Symposium Sponsorship opportunities for companies and organizations at the following levels: \n\nSustainer ($1000): Logo on Symposium materials and Sponsorship board\, highlighted and thanked at the opening and closing of the symposium.\nPartner ($1\,500): All sustainer-level recognition (1)\, plus table for your organization to share material outside the meeting space. TAKEN\nBreakfast Sponsor ($3\,400): Sustainer & partner-level recognition and table (1+2)\, plus special recognition for sponsoring a breakfast event (note that breakfast is contingent on identifying a sponsor for this level). TAKEN\nAll-Day Coffee\, Tea\, & Beverage Sponsor ($3\,000): Sustainer & partner-level recognition and table (1+2)\, plus special recognition for sponsoring beverage options available throughout the day. TAKEN\nLunch Sponsor ($4\,000): Sustainer & partner-level recognition and table (1+2)\, plus special recognition for sponsoring lunch. TAKEN\nClosing Reception Sponsor ($5\,000): Sustainer & partner-level recognition and table (1+2)\, plus special recognition for sponsoring the closing reception. TAKEN\n\nIf your organization is interested in Symposium Sponsorship\, please contact us at passivehousema@gmail.com.
URL:https://phmass.org/event/passive-house-ma-symposium/
LOCATION:Artists for Humanity EpiCenter\, 100 W 2nd Street\, South Boston\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T073000
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SUMMARY:[BAC Partner Event] Sustainable Transformations: Deep Energy Exterior Retrofits
DESCRIPTION:The next Buildings Action Coalition Learning webinar will take place on Wednesday\, November 13 at 11am. Kara Haggerty Wilson of Onion Flats in Massachusetts will present work she has been doing on Sustainable Transformations: Deep Energy Exterior Retrofits. Onion Flats is working on retrofitting multifamily buildings and their work is directly linked to a range of important initiatives in Massachusetts\, including subsidy programs. Kara will explore the larger context of deep energy exterior retrofits in large buildings\, highlight some of her ongoing work\, and discuss the special financial challenges of retrofits. \nMeeting Details: \nJoin on Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85768181343?pwd=plDshiOGQ4XtMbCZFhjiEgwCXNZFUf.1 \nMeeting ID: 857 6818 1343\nPasscode: 085901
URL:https://phmass.org/event/bac-partner-event-sustainable-transformations-deep-energy-exterior-retrofits/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T140000
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SUMMARY:The Rater/Verifier’s Perspective on the Passive House Process
DESCRIPTION:Passive House Certification is now required for all multifamily buildings over 12\,000 square feet in approximately 40 cities and towns across Massachusetts. These communities have opted into the state’s new Specialized Energy Code\, drastically enhancing building design and construction in accordance with the Passive House standard. \nIn this hybrid session (live & virtual options available)\, a panel of experienced Passive House raters and verifiers will discuss lessons learned from their experience on Passive House certified projects. Learn about the unique approaches\, challenges\, and solutions required for success. \nWhen: Tuesday\, November 12th \n\n5:30pm – In-Person Networking Reception at PCA\n6:00pm – Presentation/Discussion\n\nWhere: In-Person and Virtual\, Register Here \n\nIn-Person Location: 221 Hampshire St\, Cambridge\, MA 02139\, with limited parking at 132 Amory St\nVirtual Zoom\n\nSpeakers: \n\nJason Der Ananian\, Associate Principal\, Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.\nKarla Butterfield\, Sustainability Director\, Steven Winter Associates\nAndrew Steingiser\, Associate\, Senior Architect\, RDH Building Science\n\nThis event is brought to you by the Sponsors of Mass Save®.
URL:https://phmass.org/event/the-rater-verifiers-perspective-on-the-passive-house-process/
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting
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