2025 Code Breaker: Single-family Overview of Energy Code Changes | Energy Code Ace

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

2025 Code Breaker: Single-family Overview of Energy Code Changes | Energy Code Ace 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 Code requirements go into effect Describe the 2025…

PHPP vs. Title 24 – Thermal Bridging

By Passive House California , November 15, 2021 - News, Passive House 101

Thermal bridging is a complicated topic for two reasons: it has multiple aspects, and it often requires complex calculations. Let’s look at a simple case first—exterior wall framing. An exterior wall has multiple layers. For instance, from outside to inside, it may have: Stucco or some type of siding An air gap or rain screen designed to help drain bulk water A bulk water barrier Sheathing, typically ½” plywood or…