Solar, Battery Zero Net Carbon Design for All Building Types | Energy Code Ace –> NEW DATE | SEPTEMBER 29, 2026 at NOON

By Passive House California , August 10, 2026 - News, Webinar

2025 Code Breaker: Single-family Overview of Energy Code Changes | Energy Code Ace NEW DATE | SEPTEMBER 29, 2026 at NOON We will review the 2025 Energy Code Mandatory and Prescriptive requirements for single-family envelope, mechanical, photovoltaic, and heated pool and spa requirements. In addition, we will review the new electric-ready and performance compliance metrics introduced in the 2025 Energy Code. Learning objectives: State (or identify) when the 2025 Energy…

CA Green Building Awards Nominations Now Open | USGBC-CA

By Passive House California , August 4, 2026 - Award|Competition, Featured Articles, News

Submit and showcase your California Passive House project ! USGBC California's Green Building Awards recognize your project team’s commitment and leadership in creating a more sustainable built environment for all!  The Awards are merit-based, selecting projects that demonstrate innovation, sustainable strategies, and exemplary performance in the field of sustainability, occupant health, and community engagement. The California Green Building Awards are open to both built and planned (unbuilt) projects that showcase…

Solar, Battery Zero Net Carbon Design for All Building Types | Energy Code Ace

By Passive House California , July 15, 2026 - News, Webinar

2025 Code Breaker: Solar, Battery Zero Net Carbon Design for All Building Types | Energy Code Ace Join us for this one-hour presentation to review the 2025 California Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Part 6 or Energy Code) requirements that support the goals of a Zero Net Carbon Design (ZNCD) project. We will review updated requirements for solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage system (BESS), domestic hot water…

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) | Energy Code Ace

By Passive House California , July 15, 2026 - News, Webinar

2025 Code Breaker: Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) | Energy Code Ace This hour-long virtual course focuses requirements on the 2025 California Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Energy Code or Title 24 Part 6) for accessory dwelling units (ADU). We will discuss how to identify the ADU type and its impact on Energy Code requirements for envelope, mechanical, photovoltaics (PV), battery energy storage system or battery readiness, and ECC (formerly known as…

Climate Positive Award (AIA) for Los Angeles Passive House

By Passive House California , June 21, 2026 - Featured Articles, Member News, News

June 2026 (Los Angeles, CA) — The American Institute of Architects Los Angeles (AIA|LA) proudly announced the winners of the 2026 Residential Architecture Awards, celebrating the program's 10th anniversary and recognizing excellence in residential design. More than 110 submissions were reviewed by an esteemed jury representing architecture, sustainability, and design leadership. "Residential architecture is where innovation becomes deeply personal. Every home represents an opportunity to improve quality of life, strengthen…

29th International Passive House Conference | Call for Papers

By Passive House California , June 10, 2026 - Conference, News

The Call for Papers is open: Submit your abstracts until 31 August to become a speaker at the 29th International Passive House Conference! In line with this year's conference motto "Energy efficiency unites" we want to demonstrate that high energy efficiency is crucial for a successful, socially equitable energy transition that unites people instead of dividing them. Plus, energy-efficient buildings combine much more: We are particularly interested in projects that:…

PHCA Community Meeting | Rebuilding Incentives for Sustainable Electric Homes: How this new program works with homeowners and builders to help those who need it most

By Passive House California , March 20, 2026 - Community Meeting, Featured Articles, News

Passive House California has a new partner in our effort to create a carbon-neutral, all renewable energy future! RISE Homes is a program mandated by the California Public Utilities Commission and funded by the state’s six investor-owned electric utilities to incentivize all-electric home rebuilding after natural disasters. Join us for our next Community Meeting, Tuesday, April 21st from noon-1 p.m. to learn about RISE Homes, a $50 million program designed to…

Up to $45,000 ($30,000) Incentive for All-Electric Certified Passive House Homes in California

By Passive House California , March 13, 2026 - Featured Articles, News, Press Release

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has announced a new opportunity for homeowners rebuilding after wildfires and other natural disasters. Through the Rebuilding Incentives for Sustainable Electric Homes (RISE Homes) program, eligible Californians can receive financial assistance when reconstructing all-electric homes. Homeowners can qualify for incentives—up to $45,000—if the new home is designed and certified as a Passive House. A Passive House Standard follows rigorous design principles that dramatically improve energy performance. By combining a…

The Updated Heat Pump Certification Criteria is Now Available (PHI)

By Passive House California , March 3, 2026 - News, Research, Ventilation

As heat pumps become increasingly essential for transforming the building energy system for efficient heating and cooling, the Passive House Institute has revised its scheme for testing and certifying heat pump systems, with a special focus on solutions suitable for Passive House buildings. PHI has now issued the updated and consolidated certification criteria and testing procedures for heat pumps and related combi-systems. This ensures even greater clarity, transparency, and reliability…

Call for designPH Models by PHI

By Passive House California , March 3, 2026 - News

PHI is collecting exemplary designPH models to showcase the diversity and creativity of highly efficient building design. Designers and consultants are invited to contribute images of their designPH models for potential inclusion in upcoming materials. To participate, please complete the permission form linked below, where you can also submit your contribution. SUBMIT YOUR DESIGN PH MODEL

ARCHITECTURAL RECORD features Passive House

By Passive House California , February 12, 2026 - Member News, News

PHLA+, Certified Passive House Plus, Los Angeles

The January 2026 issue of Architectural Record features an article by Joann Gonchar, FAIA, exploring how the International Passive House standard is shaping fire-resilient rebuilding efforts one year after the devastating Altadena and Pacific Palisades fires. The article highlights the California Rebuild Competition, organized by Passive House Network (PHN) and Passive House California (PHCA). The competition challenged architects to demonstrate how high-performance design, airtight construction, and balanced ventilation can contribute…

The California Passive House Rebuilds Catalog

By Passive House California , February 5, 2026 - Featured Articles, News, Press Release

Last year, the Passive House Network, in collaboration with Passive House California, held the California Rebuilds Design Competition to challenge and inspire the rebuilding efforts in Altadena and the Pacific Palisades. We received dozens of entries from designers around the world, and now we’re thrilled to be able to make those entries accessible to everyone. We’re launching The California Rebuilds Catalog, available for free online, to show what Passive House…