The AchieVE-ZEB project

Posted by Passive House Institute , November 21, 2024 - Energy, Member News

The AchieVE-ZEB project – Achieving Zero Emission Building Stock with Viable Educational Programmes – has officially launched! Aligned with the EU Green Deal, AchieVE-ZEB focuses on zero-emission buildings, step-by-step hashtag#renovation, hashtag#EnergyEfficient heating, and life cycle assessments. The project will develop high-quality training programmes for energy consultants, planners, and building professionals in Austria and Germany. These programmes will be piloted and refined for long-term impact and wider adoption. In October, we…

Introducing the highperformance glass roof system called the Lamilux MS78 in the USA and Canada

Posted by 475 High Performance Building Supply , November 20, 2024 - Construction, Industry News

Introducing the highperformance glass roof system called the Lamilux MS78 in the USA and Canada - with many options to combined widths and heights - these preglazed units can efficiently form a wide array of daylighting in your project. It is made with triplepaneglass, SHGC option, thermalbridgefree and can be motorized. Please reach out to our Daylight team for a consultation, presentation or a quote. Learn More

We are thrilled to receive the Society of American Registered Architects National Design Award

Posted by Curtis + Ginsberg Architects , November 19, 2024 - General Interest - Science & Lifestyle, Industry News

Curtis + Ginsberg Architects: We are thrilled to receive the Society of American Registered Architects National Design Award of Merit for HELP ONE! The project provides sustainable affordable and supportive homes for vulnerable populations, creating a place that people coming out of traumatic circumstances can be proud to call home. Partners Mark Ginsberg and Matt Melody attended the Award Gala at the TWA Hotel to accept the award. Thank you…

Reimagine Buildings Biomaterials Conference

Posted by Braden Kabez , November 18, 2024 - Events, News

Reimagine Buildings: Biomaterials explores how to create healthy buildings that not only reduce carbon emissions but also sequester and store them. We'll share the best biomaterial solutions out there and how they’re being applied to high-performance buildings: • Why Biomaterials are crucial for climate solutions; • How to measure carbon storage in materials; and • How to implement carbon-storing solutions in your work. All of this from the comfort of your home, shop, or office.…

National Apprenticeship Week:

Posted by NYPH , November 18, 2024 - General Interest - Science & Lifestyle, Member News

Opportunities for all! During apprenticeship week, we're highlighting pathways in the clean energy industry that benefit both workers and businesses. ✅ For those exploring a career, an apprenticeship offer hands on experience, strong wages, and a chance to make a meaningful impact. ✅ For businesses, apprenticeships bring dedicated skilled workers ready to drive your goals forward. Let's work together to build a skilled workforce and a cleaner future! Follow us…

Caution: Hard Hat Area Grace’s Place is now 5 stories high!

Posted by Paul A. Castrucci Architects , November 18, 2024 - Architects, Industry News

Downtown Far Rockaway greeted us with brisk winter air as we sipped Corner Coffee Shop brews and geared up for today’s partition walkthrough. Mega Contracting Group and PCA teams went floor-by-floor, checking room layouts, dimensions, and MEP placements to ensure everything aligns with the design before walls go up. Walkthroughs like this help us catch adjustments early, keeping the project on track. We’re set to top out in the new…

Commercial building professionals gathered virtually and in-person in New York

Posted by Rockwool , November 16, 2024 - Events

Commercial building professionals gathered virtually and in-person in New York yesterday for our highly anticipated ROCKonnect Masterclass, diving into the significant changes in NYC's building codes and exploring the advantages of Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS). This was not just another webinar – it was a deep dive into solutions and insights from the best in the field. Key highlights include: 📌 Expert insights: Renowned speakers Bill Egan, Ryan…

Serial Refurbishment to the Passive House Standard

Posted by Passive House Institute , November 15, 2024 - Construction, Member News

A new Speakers' Corner video, "Serial Refurbishment to the hashtag#PassiveHouse Standard," is now available—log in to Passipedia to watch the recording! In this video, Tanja Schultz from PHI explains that HP systems can be effectively used with a well-renovated building envelope focused on airtightness, thermal bridges, and heat recovery ventilation. All components must be matched appropriately, ensuring the heating and cooling capacity is accurately determined and the heat pump's output…

Congratulations to Melissa Shalloway, RA for being named a 2024 Boutique 18 Honoree!

Posted by Morris Adjmi Architects , November 14, 2024 - General Interest - Science & Lifestyle, Industry News

This prestigious recognition, presented at tonight’s Gold Key Awards, celebrates Melissa’s exceptional contributions to hospitality design and beyond. With over 13 years in the industry and standout projects like the FORTH Hotel, Melissa’s passion for creating immersive, impactful spaces shines in every detail. We’re incredibly proud to have her on the MA team and can't wait to see how her creativity will continue to shape the future of hospitality design.…