Passive House California (PHCA) is backing the Climate Action California proposal

Posted by NYPH , July 16, 2024 - Construction, Member News

Passive House California (PHCA) is backing the Climate Action California proposal to integrate the global hashtag#PassiveHouse construction standard into California’s Energy Building Code Title 24. This move would allow the standard to be incorporated into the code as an alternative compliance pathway, representing a key strategy for creating resilient, affordable housing for low-income communities while preparing for the future. Learn More

Webinar – Passive House Excellence: Advanced Airtightness, Thermal Bridging, and All Climate Comfort Heat Pump Technology

Posted by NYPH , July 15, 2024 - Events, Member News

This one-hour PowerPoint presentation is designed for contractors, architects, and engineering firms involved in commercial and residential building, focusing on the critical role of Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps (PTHPs) with air leakage prevention packages in achieving the stringent air tightness requirements of Passive House standards. Passive House, an internationally recognized building standard, emphasizes energy efficiency, comfort, and sustainability, with New York Passive House leading the way in the United States…

Regional Clean Energy Hubs

Posted by NYPH , July 15, 2024 - Energy, Member News

Discover the wealth of information at your Regional Clean Energy Hub! You can explore electric vehicle options, solar incentives, and exciting job training opportunities. Your Hub is a team of knowledgeable, community-based organizations from your region of the State. They have experience with energy efficiency, workforce and economic development, education, health, and housing. Find your Clean Energy Hub here.

Home from home

Posted by NYPH , July 14, 2024 - Architects, Member News

Few architects face the challenge of demolishing their childhood home, but for John Morehead, making this tough decision was an opportunity to build a new, future-proofed PassiveHouse. This certified Passive House in Cork, Ireland, embraces its stunning natural surroundings and showcases extraordinary attention to detail. Read more in this Passive House Plus long read: Read More

NYS Guide to Inflation Reduction Act Savings

Posted by NYPH , July 13, 2024 - Financial Incentives, Member News

Summer renovations or upgrades? New York residents can use Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) tax credits to reduce the cost of home energy efficiency improvements, energy-saving renovations, and the installation of efficient heating and cooling systems. Homeowners, renters, and businesses can all benefit! Start here:

Comprehensive Training Creates a Culture of Energy Efficiency at Clinton Hill Cooperative

Posted by NYPH , July 11, 2024 - Construction, Member News

Urban Green Council and the O&M staff of Clinton Hill Cooperative create and implement an energy efficiency training program. Clinton Hill Cooperative is a 12-building co-op complex built in 1944, with two “campuses” situated along Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn Heights. In order to comply with New York City’s ambitious building emissions law, Local Law 97, Clinton Hill needed to implement energy efficiency upgrades throughout their buildings. To achieve the upgrades,…

Don’t miss out! NYPH is hosing a free Webinar

Posted by NYPH , July 11, 2024 - Events, Member News

Shaping the Next Generation of Passive House Tools. By Honeybee-PH This presentation will discuss some of the main challenges Passive House modelers face with our current tooling, and how advancements in technology are helping to overcome many of those issues. Read More

Passive Housing + Public Projects

Posted by NYPH , July 10, 2024 - Architects, Member News

Inspired by nature and spatial efficiency, KKH Architects design for South Korea’s extreme climate variations. With inspiring projects ranging from traditional timber Hanok homes to large-scale public facilities, the KKH Architects team has made their mark from their Mac-based practice in Seoul. Learn More

NYPH is pleased to announce NYSERDA as a sponsor for our symposium this year “Regenerative Metropolis”

Posted by NYPH , July 8, 2024 - Events, Member News

NYPH is pleased to announce NYSERDA as a sponsor for our symposium this year, “Regenerative Metropolis,” which will be held on September 27th. Speakers and sessions are being confirmed, and the focus will be on aligning decarbonized architecture with regenerative practices of other large systems such as agriculture, forestry, and urban planning. Please mark your calendars for what we believe will be a hopeful, visionary, and actionable event! Learn More

Passive Voyage – The book

Posted by Passive House Institute , July 7, 2024 - General Interest - Science & Lifestyle, Member News

After traveling through 20 countries and staying in over 45 different Passive Houses across Europe, Simone and her daughter Linnea have turned her experiences into a captivating book. Titled "Wenn Ameisen und Frauen in Eile sind..." the book is now available in most bookstores. It offers readers a glimpse into their journey, which was filled with joy, challenges, and exciting stories about the Passive Houses they visited, their owners, and…

Struggling to keep your home cool during the hot summer months?

Posted by NYPH , July 6, 2024 - Energy, Member News

Struggling to keep your home cool during the hot summer months? Without proper cooling, the summer heat can be unbearable, making your home uncomfortable and even unsafe. The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) is here to help eligible New Yorkers! HEAP offers a cooling assistance benefit for the purchase and installation of an air conditioner or fan to keep your home comfortably cool. Learn More

PHI has launched a new resource: the Timber Construction Thermal Bridge Catalog

Posted by Passive House Institute , July 5, 2024 - Construction, Member News

Free for NYPH Members! The Passive House Institute recently released the Timber Construction Thermal Bridge Catalogue on Passipedia, which is now available in German. This useful catalog and tool help architects and builders estimate heat losses through thermal bridges, which is an important part of designing and modeling energy-efficient buildings. While the catalog covers typical timber construction details, significant deviations in actual construction details may require specific calculations. Learn More…