Our fall 2022 Passive House Accelerator magazine issue is out—in both a digital and a print edition! This issue celebrates the themes of resiliency, restoration, and rebuilding with a host of case studies ranging from single-family homes designed for environments susceptible to wildfires to retrofits of large multifamily student residences, and much more.
Puzzled by how to incorporate overhead doors into a cold-weather project? Confounded by the challenges of adapting Passive House to hot and humid climates? Head to our Building Science section for expert advice.
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Articles in this Issue
7/29/22
United to Fight the Climate Emergency
Discover how communities and organizations are uniting to combat the climate emergency through sustainable building practices and innovative climate solutions for a healthier, eco-friendly future.
9/2/22
Scotland’s Renfrewshire Council Commits to Major Retrofits
Discover how Renfrewshire Council in Scotland is advancing energy efficiency with major retrofit projects, committing to sustainable housing and improved building performance for healthier, greener communities.
7/15/22
Quebec’s Mass Retrofits Initiative
Discover how Quebec’s mass retrofits initiative is transforming buildings for energy efficiency and sustainability. Learn about innovative retrofit strategies and their impact on reducing carbon emissions.
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8/5/22
Growing ReCover Retrofits
Discover how recover retrofits are shaping the future of sustainable building. Learn about Passive House standards, energy efficiency, and the latest retrofit trends for healthier, greener homes.
10/7/22
Harvest Thermal: Delivering on the Promise of Decarbonization
Discover how Harvest Thermal advances building decarbonization with cutting-edge heat pump technology, improving energy efficiency and sustainability for modern homes and the environment.
10/24/22
Solving the Passive House Materials Marketplace
Discover solutions to challenges in the passive house materials marketplace. Learn about innovative approaches, trusted suppliers, and trends shaping sustainable building materials today.
9/30/22
NYU to Retrofit Historic Rubin Hall
Discover how NYU plans to retrofit historic Rubin Hall to meet modern Passive House standards, prioritizing sustainability, energy efficiency, and greener campus living in New York City.
8/19/22
The Sugar Cube House: How Prefab and Passive House Can Accelerate Infill Housing
Discover how the Sugar Cube House combines prefab construction and passive house design to accelerate sustainable infill housing, improve energy efficiency, and support urban development trends.
7/8/22
Putting Passive House in The Loop
Discover how integrating Passive House design with smart building technology enhances energy efficiency, comfort, and sustainability in modern architecture. Learn more in this in-depth article.
10/14/22
Comprehensive Passive Strategy in a Brooklyn Brownstone
Discover how a Brooklyn brownstone achieved energy efficiency with a comprehensive passive house strategy. Learn about modern insulation, airtightness, and sustainable home design innovations.
9/16/22
Farmhouse Forms Yield Passive House Comforts
Discover how traditional farmhouse architecture combines with modern passive house features to deliver energy efficiency, sustainability, and year-round comfort in this in-depth design article.
9/9/22
Building Forward in the Face of Fires
Discover resilient building strategies for wildfire-prone areas. Learn how passive house design enhances fire safety, energy efficiency, and sustainability in the face of increasing wildfire risks.
10/31/22
Cidery Celebrates Holistic Agriculture and Architecture
Discover how a cidery integrates holistic agriculture and sustainable architecture to promote eco-friendly practices and regenerative farming, blending tradition with modern green building trends.
8/12/22
Passive Building, Thermal Resilience, and Retrofits
Discover how passive building design enhances thermal resilience and energy efficiency. Learn retrofit strategies for sustainable, comfortable homes and stay ahead in green building trends.
8/26/22
Performance Consulting—Guided by Building Science
Discover how performance consulting guided by building science boosts energy efficiency, comfort, and sustainability in buildings. Learn about innovative strategies for superior project outcomes.