Register Join Emu Passive for a panel discussion with experienced Passive House Builders, and learn how to lay out successful strategies for cost-effective, high performance projects. We’ll have a chance to discuss priorities, challenges, and opportunities for different types of projects: commercial and multifamily, as well as single family, ADUs, and retrofits.   Can't get […]

Register Event Description Take a look behind the scenes of how an energy performance model is developed using Energy Pro and California’s Building Energy Code Compliance (CBECC) software. We’ll review what components for assemblies, mechanical systems, lighting, HERS and other factors go into a model and what variables influence compliance. If you’re looking to improve […]

Register Event Description Moving from fossil-fuel boilers to other forms of domestic hot water heating can be challenging, but it’s definitely doable. This training offers experience and strategies for providing DHW in multifamily projects. As a result of this training, learners will be able to: Learning Objectives Identify the design considerations which should be included […]

Register Event Description We all learned the principles of passive solar design in school – south facing orientation, strategic windows, thermal mass, etc., but the old rules don’t apply in the same way. Modern buildings should still incorporate passive strategies, including daylight and ventilation, but they need a new spin on the implementation to account […]