New York Cap-and-Invest Program

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

NYSERDA and the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation are inviting the public to provide input on the use of auction proceeds from the New York Cap-and-Invest Program. The input will help create a Climate Investment Account framework. Join us for a virtual webinar Thursday (8/15) for a presentation on the proposed draft framework for guiding fund allocation and identification of potential investments, followed by a question-and-answer session. Learn More

Great news: The designPH v2.2.20 update has been released!

Posted by Passive House Institute , August 13, 2024 - Envelope, Member News

Great news: The designPH v2.2.20 update has been released! This update brings the full IP-compatible user interface, compatibility with SketchUp 2024, an updated climate data library (PHPP 10.6), and various other fixes and improvements to analysis speed. designPH has been developed by the Passive House Institute to provide a 3D model interface for entering building geometry into the Passive House Planning Package (PHPP). Learn More

Join NYSERDA as we celebrate how clean energy powers our economy during American Clean Power Week!

Posted by NYPH , August 12, 2024 - Energy, Member News

Join NYSERDA as we celebrate how clean energy powers our economy during American Clean Power Week! Wind, solar, and storage are powering the U.S. economy and communities across America. Today, clean energy projects can be found in all 50 states—but one state is the leading community solar market in the U.S. If you guessed New York, you’re correct! NY-Sun is New York State’s $3.3 billion initiative to advancing solar, driving down…

The key?

Posted by Passive House Institute , August 2, 2024 - Construction, Member News

Passive House design prioritises healthy, comfortable, and sustainable buildings. The key? A meticulous planning process that ensures top-notch building envelope quality and effective ventilation. The Passive House Institute's tools allow you to calculate a building's performance before construction even begins, simplifying the entire design process. Learn More

What’s the deal with Passive House?

Posted by NYPH , July 30, 2024 - Construction, Member News

I was incredibly honored to join david roberts on the Volts podcast to discuss the Passive House building standard. Designing to the Passive House standard means not only super low energy use, but also guarantees filtered fresh air, and a level of comfort, quiet, and construction verification you just don't get with other standards. Hear about Massachusetts Clean Energy Center Passive House demonstration projects, what we learned, and how multifamily…

Is ‘passive’ design the future of architecture?

Posted by NYPH , July 29, 2024 - General Interest - Science & Lifestyle, Member News

It’s another sunny day on the Internet. Dozens of participants are lined up in their digital boxes attending Reimagine Buildings ’24, an online conference held in the spring dedicated, mostly, to Passive House, a quickly-growing approach to building that sharply reduces energy use by going simple: employing techniques like continuous insulation, air-tight sealing, and top quality windows; making better use of both sun and shade, and bringing in fresh air…

Did you miss the High Rise, Low Carbon event series?

Posted by NYPH , July 29, 2024 - Construction, Member News

Did you miss the High Rise, Low Carbon event series? This series highlights NYSERDA’s Empire Building Challenge and the commitments of the challenge partners. See how four pioneering real estate partners are creating new models for deep efficiency in tall buildings, even in cold climates. It's a must-watch for anyone in the real estate, construction, engineering, or design communities. Re-watch the series and get inspired!

LUMCON’s new 25,000 sq. ft. innovation hub is transforming coastal and marine research in the region.

Posted by Kingspan North America , July 26, 2024 - Construction, Member News

LUMCON's new 25,000 sq. ft. innovation hub is transforming coastal and marine research in the region. With a $14.5M investment and an innovative design by EskewDumezRipple, this state-of-the-art facility is attracting leading experts dedicated to preserving Louisiana’s eroding coast. Featuring Kingspan’s insulated metal panels as the primary vapor barrier, the architects have created a stunning design with ocean-inspired facades and striking accent fins that add an artistic touch to the…

Embodied Carbon Strategies in Design – Virtual Course

Posted by SOCOTEC , July 24, 2024 - Events, Member News

Don’t forget to register for our FREE virtual course this upcoming Thursday! Hosted by AIA Miami, “Embodied Carbon Strategies in Design,” presented by our sustainability experts Andrew Graceffa, RA and Paggy Zhu, will offer an insightful introduction to incorporating embodied carbon considerations throughout the design process. Event Details: Date: July 25th, 2024 Time: 12:00 – 1:00 PM EST Register Today > Reserve your spot today! Learning Objectives: 🔹 Understand the…

Amazed by the new indoor climate

Posted by Passive House Institute , July 24, 2024 - General Interest - Science & Lifestyle, Member News

Successful launch of ‘Passive House on Tour’: Benefits of an energy-efficient retrofit Darmstadt, Germany. At the ‘Smart Retrofitting’ event in Darmstadt, Germany, the building owners described the different living comfort as ‘incredible.’ Now, noise also remains outside. Over 40 energy consultants accepted the invitation to the ‘Passive House on Tour’ kick-off event. They listened intently as the family reported positive changes in their energy-efficient home retrofit. The new ‘Passive House…