The AchieVE-ZEB project

Posted by Passive House Institute , November 21, 2024 - Energy, Member News

The AchieVE-ZEB project – Achieving Zero Emission Building Stock with Viable Educational Programmes – has officially launched! Aligned with the EU Green Deal, AchieVE-ZEB focuses on zero-emission buildings, step-by-step hashtag#renovation, hashtag#EnergyEfficient heating, and life cycle assessments. The project will develop high-quality training programmes for energy consultants, planners, and building professionals in Austria and Germany. These programmes will be piloted and refined for long-term impact and wider adoption. In October, we…

National Apprenticeship Week:

Posted by NYPH , November 18, 2024 - General Interest - Science & Lifestyle, Member News

Opportunities for all! During apprenticeship week, we're highlighting pathways in the clean energy industry that benefit both workers and businesses. ✅ For those exploring a career, an apprenticeship offer hands on experience, strong wages, and a chance to make a meaningful impact. ✅ For businesses, apprenticeships bring dedicated skilled workers ready to drive your goals forward. Let's work together to build a skilled workforce and a cleaner future! Follow us…

Serial Refurbishment to the Passive House Standard

Posted by Passive House Institute , November 15, 2024 - Construction, Member News

A new Speakers' Corner video, "Serial Refurbishment to the hashtag#PassiveHouse Standard," is now available—log in to Passipedia to watch the recording! In this video, Tanja Schultz from PHI explains that HP systems can be effectively used with a well-renovated building envelope focused on airtightness, thermal bridges, and heat recovery ventilation. All components must be matched appropriately, ensuring the heating and cooling capacity is accurately determined and the heat pump's output…

Showcase Your Passive House Projects at the 10th Green Solution Awards!

Posted by Passive House Institute , October 22, 2024 - General Interest - Science & Lifestyle, Member News

Submissions are now open! This international competition invites entries for sustainable buildings, districts, and infrastructures, highlighting our collective expertise in combating Climate Change. We encourage our community to submit their Passive House projects. Early candidates will receive special visibility, so don’t miss this opportunity to showcase the benefits of passive construction! Learn More

Regeneration of Flax: A Night at the Gallery

Posted by NYPH , October 14, 2024 - Events, Member News

Join HML for “Regeneration of Flax: A Night at the Gallery” on Tuesday, October 15th from 5 - 7PM! Explore the possibilities of flax with the curatorial team and exhibitors, gallery walk-throughs and a welcome reception 🍷 All are welcome, but please register for reception details: Register Now Exhibition curated by Jessica Thies, Alison Mears, and Jonsara Ruth   Suomalaisten nettikasinokokemukset Kasinord asiantuntijoiden silmin Suomalaisten nettikasinokokemukset ovat muuttuneet merkittävästi viimeisen…

Dextall webinar: Sustainable Building Practices: Prefab Exterior Walls

Posted by NYPH , September 26, 2024 - Construction, Industry News, Member News

Join us for a live webinar on September 30th 2024. Learn how you can transform your building practices with our Passive House-compliant wall systems for mid and high rise structures. Our approach takes advantage of affordable and efficient building solutions meaning less cost overruns, less labor, and fewer pain points. Discover how you can make the most of your design through each phase of the construction lifecycle by leveraging our…

A2M is an architectural firm operating at the intersection of architecture and research.

Posted by NYPH , September 24, 2024 - Events, Member News

Our work, our commitment: A2M is an architectural firm operating at the intersection of architecture and research. We design regenerative architecture for people and the planet, integrating science, art, and technology. Drawing on 24 years of experience, we demonstrate that it is possible not only to limit our impact on the environment but also to regenerate it. By 2015, it had already been 12 years since we completed our first…

The story of embodied carbon is the story of the entire built environment

Posted by NYPH , September 14, 2024 - Events, Member News

The story of embodied carbon is the story of the entire built environment: of land management and extraction, of global markets and labor, culture and technology, craft and innovation. Increasingly, the AEC community has begun to reckon with the extent to which we are driving our global climate crisis. The real question is, how will this knowledge change the way we design and build? What tools and structural changes must…

Unlocking the Potential of Wood for Climate Good

Posted by NYPH , September 14, 2024 - General Interest - Science & Lifestyle, Member News

Ten years ago, New England Forestry Foundation (NEFF) started to investigate the role forestry and sustainable wood products could play in the fight against climate change when paired with forest conservation, and after much research and modeling, we’ve developed an approach called the 30 Percent Solution. By combining four forest-based climate solutions at a regional scale, NEFF can provide nearly one-third of the reduction in energy-related CO2 emissions—meaning, emissions from…

Heat Pump Water Heaters Strategic Electrification and the Designer’s Role

Posted by NYPH , September 12, 2024 - Events, Member News, Technical

In today’s rapidly evolving landscape of sustainable design, professionals are increasingly tasked with integrating innovative technologies to reduce carbon footprints and enhance energy efficiency. This course delves into the principles, applications, and strategic considerations of heat pump water heaters and strategic electrification, emphasizing the pivotal role of designers in driving sustainable solutions. AIA Credits: 1 LU     Register here  

Farming and building in a new way

Posted by NYPH , September 11, 2024 - Construction, Member News

Meet Us at Regenerative Metropolis ’24 DATE:  Friday, September 27, 2024 TIME:  9:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M. (EST) - Door opens at 8:45 A.M. VENUE:  Starr Foundation, 63 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY, 10011 Register Today 11:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M. | Biogenic Construction Case Study Farming and building in a new way: The building and agriculture industries together account for around 53% of CO₂ emissions worldwide. By farming and building in…