DIVE BRIEF Report: Passive House nears cost parity with traditional construction

Posted by NYPH , August 30, 2023 - Industry News

Dive Brief: Compared to a standard building, a multifamily structure constructed to Passive House standards can use up to 80% less energy for its day-to-day operations — and at about the same construction cost, according to a new report from the New York City-based Passive House Network, a building standards educator affiliated with the Passive House Institute. In a survey of 45 multifamily buildings in Massachusetts and New York built to…

Northeast Fall Cohort 2023

Posted by NYPH , June 19, 2023 - Training

The Passive House Network hybrid Certified Passive House Designer course and PHI certification exam for professionals in the Northeast. The hybrid format allows students to leverage the benefits of on-demand, live-online & in-person training. *Exam Date: December 5th. Starts September 6th New in 2023: CPHD course registrants will now receive access to the on-demand Using PHPP in Passive House Design and Certification course that is jointly provided by PHN and Peel…

‘Passive House’ Buildings Boast Climate & Health Perks. Why Aren’t There More of Them?

Posted by NYPH , May 15, 2023 - Member News

"Passive house is an environmentally friendly international building standard that uses design elements like insulation, airtightness and heat recovery to consume less energy. By saving energy, buildings emit fewer greenhouse gasses and deliver lower utility bills. These constructions also boast superior air quality, producing a healthier environment for residents. “People who live in affordable housing need to be able to reap those benefits,” said Shefali Sanghvi, Dattner Architects’ director of sustainability." Read…

Charlotte of the Upper West Side | 470 Columbus

Posted by NYPH , March 31, 2023 - Industry News

The design for a new 9-story mixed-use residential and retail building at 470 Columbus features a modern interpretation of traditional district typology on Manhattan’s Upper West Side. With Architecture and Interiors by BKSK, the design for “Charlotte of the Upper West Side” is cohesive – the warm materials, modern detailing and concepts of screening are carried throughout, with both centered on the contemporary heart of the building; the cleverly disguised,…

Carbon Sequestering: Synthesizing Passive House and Healthy Materials Recap

Posted by NYPH , February 24, 2023 - New York Passive House

Passive House approach to operational energy with challenges of addressing upfront embodied carbon, as a key combination to address in approaching carbon-zero buildings. ​​To move our construction into a carbon-neutral environment it is essential to address the operational energy through Passive House performance together with the upfront embodied carbon through an integrated and methodical approach. The symposium “Carbon Sequestering: Synthesizing Passive House and Healthy Materials” will explore the possibility of…

PASSIVE HOUSE COMPONENT TESTING – HOW DOES IT WORK?

Posted by NYPH , February 24, 2023 - Sponsor

An airtight membrane is one of the most critical components in any passive house or other high-performance building. It helps to prevent heat loss and draughts, and to protect the building structure from internal moisture. Partel supply a range of airtight and wind-tight membranes, including three systems that are certified by the Passive House Institute (PHI) in the highest component class, Class phA. But why are high quality membranes so…

Embodied Carbon + Passive House

Posted by NYPH , February 9, 2023 - Member News

Embodied carbon is a hot topic—it was of interest in the IRA webinar we presented via the Passive House Network and last week, as a follow-up, Carmel's podcast on Nexus Labs was the most popular link in our newsletter! Have you read this article from Architectural Record? We asked Carmel to share a little more: Our study on the balance of embodied and operational carbon at Dekalb Commons has been cited again in this Architectural Record article. Our…

Recording: Latitude Compliance x Mark Hertz Company w/ NYC Accelerator: Local Law 97 Compliance

Posted by NYPH , January 25, 2023 - Member News

Let's simplify this for you. With complicated NYC building codes as well as the aggressive building decarbonization Local Law 97, building owners, landowners, real estate professionals, and management companies in NYC are challenged with what promises to be the most complex legislation to impact the NYC real estate industry. We are here to offer you targeted solutions. Join us for Roundtable Discussion with Latitude Compliance X Mark Hertz Company &…

Why Everyone Loves Passive House (and why you will too)

Posted by NYPH , September 8, 2022 - Member News

Passive House is quickly becoming a dominant method of construction in jurisdictions with advanced low-carbon building policy, thanks to its ability to reduce carbon emissions in buildings by 75-90%. And while Passive House is well-known for its substantial energy and carbon savings, there are numerous told and untold benefits. This blog explores some of these benefits: Read More

PASSIVE HOUSE PODCAST EP. 100: MICHAEL INGUI, BAXT INGUI ARCHITECTS

Posted by NYPH , September 8, 2022 - Industry News, Sponsor

To mark the Passive House Podcast's 100th episode, cohosts Matthew Cutler-Welsh, Mary James, and Zack Semke interview Passive House Accelerator's founder, Michael Ingui. Michael shares why he founded the Accelerator, the precursor networks that inspired the effort, and how the Accelerator has grown. At the end of the episode, Zack shares info about the on-demand "Passive House Summer School" being offered by Building Energy Exchange. Take any on-demand course free…

Three Sustainable Design Questions for MAP’s Sara Bayer

Posted by NYPH , May 8, 2022 - Industry News, News

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Article courtesy of MAP Architects While the work of sustainable development is a year-round pursuit, Earth Day gives us an opportunity to reflect on our progress and advocate for more. So, we asked our Director of Sustainability, Sara Bayer, three quick questions to talk about where we stand. In the last couple of years we’ve signed the AIA 2030 commitment and won 7 NYSERDA Buildings of Excellence awards, what are…

Faster Facade Installation with Dextall, Work Has Began NY – Queens Project Dwall

Posted by Andreas Benzing , May 3, 2022 - Construction, Industry News

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We cant wait to see the building ready! And since its built with our DWall 2000, the building process will be fast. Here are the details: 80% Faster Installation No onsite scaffolding Better injury protection Fire-proof wall panel systems Plug-and-play panels 80%-plus faster to install Snap-fit precision eliminates wet-seal Repeatability and low variability First-time installation accuracy 10-15% less expensive than site-built exterior wall 5X-to-10X through-put capability increase Drastically reduced onsite…