outPHit is supporting the planning of deep renovation projects with its new Decision Support Tool Darmstadt, Germany. 20 August 2024. The planning phase is where all the important decisions are made before any deep renovation project is executed. outPHit is supporting building owners in this regard with its newly released Decision Support Tool. The web-based tool provides guidance on energy-efficient renovation, allowing for a comparison of various retrofit concepts as…
Innovators Needed for the Building Tech Lab
Last week, hundreds of entrepreneurs and industry professionals joined DOB for an information session about the new Buildings Tech Lab, a public-private initiative between the Department of Buildings and the Partnership Fund for New York City. The initiative will help to test new technologies to help the DOB improve how it regulates construction and development throughout the five boroughs. Don't worry if you missed out, as we are still accepting…
Sunday Read–Discover how the Malcolm Shabazz Harlem Market is creating a modern, sustainable space for the Harlem community.
New York Cap-and-Invest Program
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!
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!
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?
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
Check out this House Planning Help interview with Kym Mead
Check out this House Planning Help interview with Kym Mead (MEAD: Energy & Architectural Design Ltd), one of PHI's accredited certifiers! Hear all about hashtag#PassiveHouse certification and why there is a difference between certified Passive House buildings and those that just adopt a "Passive House principles" approach. Learn More
What’s the deal with Passive House?
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?
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?
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.
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…