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World's 1st experimental project in Darmstadt still saving energy reliably after 25 years   20th International Passive House Conference Darmstadt, Germany  •  April 22-23, 2016. (Press Release, Passive House Institute, 12 April 2016) Darmstadt, Germany. The "birthplace" of the Passive House is celebrating - the world's first building of this kind was built in Darmstadt 25 years ago, and a recent follow-up study has proved the sustainability of this concept. Well…

"WHEREAS, New York City is committed to reducing its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 80% by 2050...and whearas, in New York City, our buildings are responsible for the overwhelming share of our GHG emissions, accounting for nearly three-quarters of our contribution to climate change (Source: One City Build to Last, New York City Mayor’s Office of Long-Term Planning and Sustainability); and whereas, Passive House standards can be applied to both new…

The Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA) is currently accepting submissions of Passive House projects or Net Zero projects located in the northeast region (New England, New York, Connecticut, New Jersey, Delaware).  The deadline to start your application is December 31st, so act fast!  Applications must be completed by January 31st. Click here for more information.  And as always, don't forget to register your Passive House projects (certified or uncertified) on the…

Have you heard about the NYPH Flip Book?  New York Passive House 2015 is the ultimate reference manual for the latest and greatest in Passive House examples right here at home in the Greater New York Region.  The Flip Book showcases Passive House Institute (PHI) certified and inspired new builds and retrofits, residential and non-residential, completed and in progress buildings from all over New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Useful for…

Climate Objectives are Realistic with Energy Efficient Buildings Passive House Experts Present Tried and Tested Solutions at COP21 in Paris (Press Release, Passive House Institute, 1 December 2015) Paris. Whether global climate objectives are met or not largely depends on the building sector.  Over a third of the total energy consumption worldwide is used to operate buildings.  At the same time, tried and proven solutions with which this consumption can…

The necessity for a sustainable energy future has set us on the path to a scenario where only renewable energy sources will be used. The current evaluation systems for the energy demand of buildings are based on the traditional energy supply system and will no longer work in the future supply structure. Only Renewable Energy! That is why the Passive House Institute has developed a new, future-proof evaluation system, which…

(Adapted from NAPHN) We are proud to announce that Passive House Western Pennsylvania (PHWPA) has become the newest member of the North American Passive House Network (NAPHN), now consisting of a total of eight regional groups including NYPH.   PHWPA is anchored in Pittsburgh, a city pushing to be a sustainability trendsetter.  PHWPA is led by globally recognized Passive House advocates like Brandon Nicholson of NK Architects, and Laura Nettleton and…

AIA New York’s annual Design Awards program recognizes outstanding architectural design by AIA New York Chapter members, New York City based architects in any location, and work in New York City by architects around the globe. The purpose of the awards program is to honor the architects, clients, and consultants who work together to achieve design excellence. 2016 Schedule January 29, 6:00pm - Submission Deadline February 29, 6:00pm - Winners…