This presentation focuses on thermally efficient methods for masonry cladding supports that promote the standards of Passive House, LEED® and Green Building, along with the requirements for continuous insulation in above-grade wall assemblies. These requirements are more common as the industry moves toward more demanding energy codes, thermal performance standards and energy efficient wall assemblies....
Join ASHRAE New York City Chapter and Urban Green Council at our annual Earth Day event! This half-day seminar includes discussions on real decarbonization projects using AI, future weather, and more! "AI in The Built Environment - THE FUTURE IS NOW" Abstract: Can we really achieve NET Zero by 2050 with the current tools we...
Getting Ventilation Right in Large Passive House Multifamily Buildings April 17, 9am-12pm ET 120 Broadway, NY, NY (in person only) In this workshop, you will learn the ins and outs of designing, installing, and commissioning ventilation systems in Large Passive House Multifamily Buildings. This is a great opportunity for architects, consultants, HVAC engineers, and contractors...
Earth Day 2025 is here! We’re coming together to call for climate action and environmental justice. Join the climate conversation at a pivotal time. We’ll hold our annual in-person festival featuring: Exhibits by dozens of environmental non-profits and climate campaigns Interactive workshops Live performances from performers like Hila the Earth Climate art Kids’ activities Sustainable...
HIGHMARK Building Efficiency is proud to be a solution provider for the Alafia development’s domestic hot water systems. The two wastewater energy recovery systems by SHARC Energy are the first of their kind in both New York City and the Northeast United States. The Piranha system is a packaged heat pump solution, and the SHARC...
Join us for a Passive House get together, meet like-minded people, and expand your professional circle. Network, talk shop about Passive House and building science, and have fun! This is a joint event of Emu Passive and New York Passive House. Register Now
Sendero Verde, located in East Harlem, New York, stands as a groundbreaking model for sustainable urban living. Developed under the city's SustainNYC initiative, which champions high-quality, affordable housing, this innovative project consists of three mixed-use buildings. Listen to the designer Dylan Martello from Steven Winter Associates and the Passive House certifier Dragoș-Ionut Arnăutu from the...
Part two features Dattner and SWA discussing the sustainable elements integrated into the design of Phase 1 of Alafia and lessons learned through the comparison of two large passive house buildings C1/C2, and C3. They will also discuss some of the challenges of construction at this scale including the process of blower door testing one...
With rollbacks on vital environmental protections and pauses in funding for climate and environmental projects, the stakes have never been higher. The 7th Annual Youth Justice Forum, themed Future on the Line, empowers high school and college students across NYC to take bold action on urgent environmental justice issues; like water pollution, air quality, food access, unsafe...
Part three features Salas O'Brien, Cosentini, and Highmark discussing the sustainable MEP systems providing heating, cooling, domestic hot water, and electricity to Phase 1 of Alafia. They will talk about design challenges faced including the integration of wastewater heat exchange into the building's geothermal system. AIA Credits: 1 LU/HSW – Approved PHI Credits: 1 LU...
Designing a building means making important decisions early on that will have a lasting effect for decades. But what aspects have the most significant climate impact across a residential building's life cycle, and how can we tackle them early in the planning phase? This webinar offers a practical introduction to life cycle thinking in construction,...
Reimagine Buildings 25 is more than just theory—it’s about real-world impact. We’re bringing together the best of the best from the world of building decarbonization and resilience. Expect practical solutions, expert-led discussions, and a community of change-makers driven to take action. You’ll leave with the tools, strategies, and connections needed to turn bold ideas into...
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