International Passive House Open Days 2012

Posted by Andreas Benzing , November 18, 2012 - Events, Passive House Institute, Technical

We opened our Mamaroneck Passive House to the public all day Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 November and had an incredible turn out. Close to 200 people diverted from their week- end routine to come and visit our construction site and see the finished skeleton of the house only waiting for siding outside and for blown in cellulose and Sheetrock inside. Contractors, engineers, realtors, students, manufacturers, the French American School Board…

Certified Tradesperson Training in NYC

Posted by NYPH , August 30, 2012 - Events

Certified Passive House Tradesperson Training starts again the AEA Passive House Lab in New York City September 17th.  This five day course provides ideal training for contractors undertaking Passive House level projects and provides them with a Certified Passive House Tradesperson credential issued by the Passive House Institute if successfully completed.   The course offers not only the theory of Passive House methodology but hands-on air tightness and thermal bridge free construction experience in the building…

First annual NYPH Symposium 2012

Posted by Andreas Benzing , June 23, 2012 - Events, General Interest - Science & Lifestyle, News

This June NYPH hosted its first annual symposium and here's what people have been saying: "a day filled with loads of great projects and innovative people," "great presentations and networking," "great energy."  Over 100 people attended, there were 12 component vendors and 17 presentations.  Two Certified Passive House Plaques were presented.  Shown the awe inspiring work of cities like Brussels and Frankfurt, NYC was challenged to build 2 million square feet of…