In most of California’s climate zones it makes sense to select and position shading devices can have significant impact on comfort and energy consumption. Taking advantage of solar heat gain (SHG) in winter can significantly reduce heating demand, while minimizing SHG in the warmer months can moderate cooling demand and avoid overheating. The presentation will: Share results of studies showing the most effective ways to employ solar shading Review differences…
Introduction to Passive House Buildings in California
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 energy efficiency be pushed forward, across the state, as well. Can California mainstream Passive House? Can California drive a transformation of our American building industry? Find out how the argument for Passive House is rising in the Golden State, how lessons are being learned from…
Passive House Buildings | California’s Energy Future
Passive House California (PHCA), in collaboration with Low Carbon Productions, is pleased to announce the release of our first book documenting the Passive House building pioneers that have been working here in California since the methodology was first introduced to us in 2008. The book presents 32 Passive House buildings located across California, including the first three in the Los Angeles Area. It documents how the Passive House Standard is being utilized…