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In this introductory course you will learn about Passive House and how it fits with other sustainable initiatives in our efforts to mitigate the Climate Crisis.

Learning Objectives:

• You will learn the building blocks of Passive House design
• How Passive House protocols deliver high performance
• Impacts of Passive House performance on occupants, communities – and the future of the planet
• Evidence Based Performance as a critical factor in achieving goals for the built environment
• Gain the information to position yourself to make informed decisions when it comes to Passive House construction, design and performance

1.5 AIA HSW LU’s are available for this training.

Passive House (PH) concepts and protocols enable very high-performing buildings when compared to buildings designed and built to conventional standards. That “high-performance” includes extreme energy efficiency, comfort, and healthy indoor air quality. A Passive House building requires up to 90% less energy for heating and cooling and around 70% less operational energy overall. PH buildings provide occupants with a very high level of comfort and quiet — and filtered fresh air with up to a 95% reduction in unwanted airborne pollutants and allergens. During this 90-minute workshop, participants will become aware of that performance and learn about the basic building blocks that deliver that performance. Those building blocks are: An airtight envelope, including airtight window and doors; climate specific insulation correctly applied; elimination of thermal bridges; and balanced ventilation with heat recovery. This knowledge will enable participants to make informed choices related to the comfort, health, and environmental responsibility of the buildings that they design, construct, and/or occupy.