Introduction to Passive House
Passive House goals and methodology change how architects and builders think and work, making the architectural design a driver of climate, health, and social solutions.…
Building Electrification: A Passive House Symposium
Zero-emission buildings are the priority for a decarbonized built environment, and electrification powered by clean energy, utilizing batteries and heat pumps, is entering the popular…
Academic Performance: A Passive House Schools Symposium (PHN)
Passive House has proven adaptable and effective at all levels of learning, from preschool to universities. While there are many demands, there are also many…
Are We Measuring the Same Thing? HERS & Passive House
Are We Measuring the Same Thing? How HERS and Passive House Provide Different Answers to Different Questions. The “Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Index is…
“17 Mile Haus: A Passive House Design Journey”
Passive House design is receiving heightened interest across the country due to growing awareness of the impact of buildings on carbon emissions. This presentation will look…
The Benefits of Right-Sizing Plumbing in Homes & Apartment Buildings
Effective July 1, 2024, the Appendix M, Peak Water Demand Calculator (WDC) will become part of the California Plumbing Code. Instead of using flow rates…
The Power of Existing Buildings | Save money, improve health, and reduce environmental impacts
Carl Elefante was right when he said, “no amount of new green construction will get us where we need to go if we ignore existing…
Case Study | Single Family Embodied Carbon Focus: 17 Mile Haus
PHribbon Case Studies, showcase real world examples and the professionals working on them. Find out the latest and ask questions! The PHN PHribbon allows Passive…
Passive House 101 Cram Session
Passive House is a revolutionary approach to building design that aims to create ultra-energy-efficient buildings that are comfortable, healthy, and resilient. In this video, we…
Introduction to Passive House Buildings in California
Introduction to Passive House Buildings | Comfortable, Affordable and Sustainable - Passive House Design in California. A presentation by Passive House California (PHCA).
Keys to Successful Passive House Implementation [in California!]
As California, the 5th largest economy in the world, pushes toward electrification and away from fossil fuels, a big question is how far can building…
Is Cost the Barrier to Passive House Performance?
A Look at First Costs for Sixteen Multifamily Buildings. NAPHN report by Bronwyn Barry, NAPHN Board Chair, looks at cost assumptions, barriers, and the reality of…
