Course Category: NYPH Webinars

[embed]https://youtu.be/ET2ODcF3wfA[/embed] 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…

[embed]https://youtu.be/Nf_GMSloeJw[/embed] Globally, existing buildings account for approximately 30% of final energy demand and CO2 emissions. Typical renovation rates are 1-2% of the building stock per year, with an average energy use intensity (EUI) reduction of less than 15%. However, to reach sustainable development and climate targets, EUI reductions should be between 30-50%. In addition to energy and emissions conservations, building retrofits improve occupant health and comfort. In many cases, existing…

[embed]https://youtu.be/qqpxcAI_1us[/embed] Join us for a live webinar on September 30th 2024. Learn how you can transform your building practices with our Passive House-compliant wall systems for mid and high rise structures. Our approach takes advantage of affordable and efficient building solutions meaning less cost overruns, less labor, and fewer pain points. Discover how you can make the most of your design through each phase of the construction lifecycle by leveraging…

[embed]https://youtu.be/yH8l9TgNQxo[/embed] This CPD focuses on the importance of air and wind tightness in low-energy building design. It discusses the importance of external and internal membranes, and highlights best practice for their specification, sealing, and installation, whilst outlining the risks associated with airtight buildings and how best to mitigate them. Speaker info Jack Howard is a construction professional with a strong background in sustainable, low-energy building design. He holds a BA in…

[embed]https://youtu.be/XIh7g-_VoUI[/embed] This one-hour AIA accredited educational session will cover strategies for designing and installing Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) with stone wool exterior continuous insulation. During this course, you will learn how the latest energy codes in residential and commercial construction, along with other regulatory requirements can be achieved using noncombustible insulation. The information outlined today will include the performance of modern EIFS with Drainage systems, and the properties…

[embed]https://youtu.be/lykVGM-9s2o[/embed] 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. Understanding the impacts of conventional shelf angles on energy efficiency and cost is a…

[embed]https://youtu.be/3SfQ7XNIL58[/embed] 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 system enables wastewater energy transfer to Colmac heat pumps. Implementing this technology was made possible by…

Passive House standards are widely recognized as the gold standard for building energy efficiency. However, focusing solely on energy savings overlooks one of their greatest benefits: significantly enhanced indoor air quality. This presentation delves into various indoor air quality metrics and demonstrates how Passive House standards surpass code-minimum construction in improving these factors. By combining superior air tightness with a continuous supply of filtered, fresh air, Passive House buildings achieve…

Windows and exterior doors play a key role in the success of any project. They open up the building to daylight and exterior views, and allow for natural ventilation. They are a key factor in a building energy balance, and can provide free heating via passive solar gains. They are also one of the most expensive line items on a project budget, and can cause serious problems if not chosen…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MLYmTWOmQfM Along with energy and conservation measures, stability trends are continuously becoming more robust with high focus on carbon emissions, product transparency and resiliency. Importantly, is the embodied Carmen impacts of building materials are becoming one of the primary measurements of a products stability. The use of environmental product declarations (EPD) is increasing where understanding the inputs and outputs of the life cycle assessments are critical. This course will provide…