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Passive House Institute
, May 31, 2024 - Envelope, Member News
Check out this new article on Passipedia about comfort criteria for windows in PHPP 10! hashtag#PassiveHouse Learn More
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Passive House Institute
, May 30, 2024 - Energy, Member News
It is introducing EasyPH (beta)—the new tool built on PHPP (10.6) that simplifies certification for single-family homes! With reduced inputs and helpful guidelines, it makes energy balance calculations easier than ever. Included in the PHPP 10.6 master bundle (beta version), it's initially available in English only. Ready to give it a try? Visit our page to learn more! Learn More
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Braden Kabez
, May 27, 2024 - Architects, Construction, Member News
Early Bird Alert 🚨 $100 off of your CPHD training with the code early-bird-summer! Offer ends May 31st. Click here to read more on our events page
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"Further, the building was crafted following Passive House standards, so that it remains as energy efficient as possible. “The materials we’ve used, however modest they might be, are all really well chosen to create the most minimal carbon footprint possible,” Libeskind explains. According to the design firm, the building consumes 60–70% less energy than the average New York City apartment building." Read More
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Passive House Institute
, May 23, 2024 - Events, Member News
outPHit has just been confirmed as one of three finalists shortlisted for the 2024 European Sustainable Energy (EUSEW) Awards in the Innovation category. Through the project, 25 case studies across five European countries demonstrate how high-performance, deep retrofits to the EnerPHit standard can be made faster and more cost-effective. The EUSEW Awards recognize outstanding projects for their energy efficiency and renewables efforts. Nine finalists have been announced in the categories of…
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Partel
, May 14, 2024 - Construction, Member News, Products
Last week, Shane Cogan, our Technical Advisor, made a site visit to an ongoing modular school project in Thurles, constructed by the team at Vision-Built. Read more
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Pratt Institute and BE-Ex are excited to announce the Ice Box Challenge, a unique exhibit that will launch on May 14 and be on display throughout the summer at the Exchange in downtown Manhattan. Originating from Brussels, Belgium, the Ice Box Challenge demonstrates the benefits of high energy efficiency #PassiveHouse strategies through a public scientific demonstration comparing two ice-filled boxes to see which keeps the heat out better. (READ MORE)
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Ready to take your research to the next level? RDH is thrilled to offer a $2,000 annual scholarship for research projects in the field of building science. What makes us stand out? Our sponsor program pairs you with an experienced RDH'er where you'll gain valuable guidance on your research journey. Apply now before May 31st! Click the link to learn more! Learn More
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475 High Performance Building Supply
, May 10, 2024 - Construction, Member News, Products
They're doing the incredible job of making straw and wood into high performance systems, ready for 21st century, large-scale projects. We're very excited to work with them and are always happy to see the latest development. Check their panel specs per this new doc (available on croft.haus now): - R-Value of 3.8/inch (panels are R-45 or R-60) - Class A Flame and Smoke spread (ASTM E84) - Vapor-Open hygrothermal behavior (Pro…
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Dextall Inc.
, May 9, 2024 - Member News, NYSERDA, Projects
We're excited to give you an inside look at the NYSERDA Empire Building Challenge project, The Heritage, a notable three-building, 680,000-square-foot development located on Madison Avenue. Originally constructed in 1974, The Heritage is undergoing a significant retrofit to usher in a sustainable future. 🏢🍃 Thanks to the collaboration with L+M Development Partners LLC and Invesco Ltd., the project is set to achieve an ambitious goal: a 54% reduction in site…
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Partel
, May 8, 2024 - Construction, Member News
At Partel, we're always at the forefront of industry trends and technological advancements. Today, we’re diving into the dynamic world of Light Steel Framing (LSF) and its pivotal role in shaping future construction. Read More
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This presentation will cover a detailed explanation of the challenges and solutions facing through-wall flashings and transition membranes, provide a thorough description of the characteristics of several types of membranes, emphasize the importance of compatibility, and explain proper installation techniques. Learning Objectives: Cover the performance criteria used to specify through-wall flashings and transition membranes. Cover how to design a resilient and durable flashing system that will minimize life cycle…
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