Calderone Theater’s Journey Toward LEED and Phius Certification | Project of the Month | PHA Live!

Our May Project of the Month video features the remarkable transformation of the historic Calderone Theater, a 100-year-old cultural landmark being reimagined through the lens of high-performance design. This presentation will explore how the project team is using Phius certification as a pathway to streamline and strengthen their pursuit of LEED certification, unlocking synergies that enhance energy performance and sustainability outcomes. In this video, we'll gain an understanding of the key differences between LEED and Phius certification systems, Learn to identify positive synergies between Phius and LEED projects, Explore how to document energy credits using alternate compliance paths Neil Rosen, AIA, LEED Fellow, CPHC, CEM, CHFM Neil Rosen is a New York State Registered Architect and a nationally recognized leader in sustainable design, with over 40 years of experience in high-performing buildings. As a LEED Fellow, Certified Passive House Consultant, and Project Certifier for Phius, Neil brings deep technical knowledge and practical experience to every project. He is the founder of Grin Sustainability, a consultancy focused on LEED, Phius, and WELL certification. Neil has helped shape green building standards nationally through his work with the USGBC, serving as Chairman and Vice Chairman of key Technical Advisory Groups. Locally, he serves on the USGBC-Long Island Board of Directors, and his past leadership includes roles with AIA-Long Island and Habitat for Humanity. During his tenure as Director of Sustainability at Northwell Health, Neil led efforts that resulted in over 20 LEED-certified facilities, including multiple Platinum and Gold-level projects.