Energy Modeling

Turning Data into Action

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Learn how to transform building performance data into actionable insights for sustainable design. Discover data-driven strategies to optimize energy efficiency in passive house projects.

Adding A Window Seasonal Net Energy Balance Calculator to the PHPP

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Learn how to add a window seasonal net energy balance calculator to PHPP. Improve passive house design with accurate energy performance analysis and optimize window selection for better efficiency.

Passive House and the Potential to Innovate

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Discover how Passive House principles drive innovation in sustainable building design. Explore energy efficiency, eco-friendly construction trends, and the future of green architecture.

Visualizing Windows and PHPP Energy Balance in Sketchup

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Learn how to visualize PHPP window energy balance data in SketchUp. This guide streamlines Passive House design by integrating energy analysis with 3D modeling for efficient, data-driven workflows.

Housing Improvement for Whistler Resort

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Discover effective housing improvement strategies for Whistler Resort. Learn about sustainable building, energy efficiency, and modern solutions for enhancing resort housing quality and community living.

Are Your Shading Settings in Designph Ideal?

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Learn how to optimize shading settings in designPH for improved energy efficiency and comfort in passive house projects. Discover best practices and insights for ideal building performance.

Update to PHPP Is a Crowd Pleaser

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Discover why the latest PHPP update is receiving positive feedback from the Passive House community. Learn about improved features, user benefits, and its impact on sustainable building practices.

Pebble Beach Passive

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Discover the Pebble Beach Passive House, an innovative home designed for energy efficiency and sustainability. Explore modern passive house features and eco-friendly living inspiration.

Now Available: Beta Version of OCEC Tool Developed by Skylar Swinford

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Discover the beta release of the OCEC tool by Skylar Swinford, designed for Passive House professionals to enhance energy modeling accuracy and efficiency. Explore its features and benefits now.

New Honeybee-PH Tool Improves Workflows for Modelers

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Discover how Honeybee PH simplifies complex Passive House PHPP modeling workflows with advanced automation and integration. Boost productivity and accuracy in sustainable building design projects.

Phius REVIVE 2024: Charting the Course to Efficient and Resilient Retrofits

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Discover expert insights from PHIUS REVIVE 2024 on creating efficient and resilient retrofits, embracing sustainable building practices, and advancing energy-efficient home renovation strategies.

Maximize the Value of your Passive House Models

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Learn effective strategies to maximize the value of your passive house models, boost energy efficiency, and enhance home comfort with expert tips on sustainable design and best practices in passive house modeling.

What’s New in Heat Pump Performance Estimator v25.1

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Discover the latest updates in the Heat Pump Performance Estimator v2.5.1, including new features, performance improvements, and tips for optimizing energy efficiency in passive house projects.

Modeling for Resilience & Performance | Next Up! | PHA Live!

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Explore advanced modeling strategies for building resilience and performance in passive house design. Learn insights and tips ahead of the upcoming PHA Live event.

How to Make Passive House Certification Modeling Easier | Master Class | PHA Live!

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You’re working too hard! Delivering Certified Passive House projects requires not only great design but also rigorous documentation and coordination with project models.

easyPH: PHPP Made Simpler

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Developed by the Passive House Institute, easyPH maintains the accuracy of PHPP while streamlining the design and certification process, particularly for single-family homes.

MEET: A New Tool for Embodied Energy Calculations

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MEEET was developed by PHI to help users of PHPP better understand the relationship between materials choices, operational energy, and emissions.

Passive House Podcast Ep 26: Prudence Ferreira, BR+A Consulting Engineers

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Matthew interviews Prudence about the potential role of evolutionary algorithms, AI, and machine learning in accelerating the transition to high-performance building design, at scale, in the AEC industry.

Passive House Podcast Ep 76: Alex Slater, Shared Space Architecture

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Matthew interviews Melbourne-based Alex Slater, architect at Shared Space Architecture, Passive House Designer, and NatHERS Assessor.

Bonus Episode: Ed May, bldgtyp (IPHC 2023)

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In this special bonus episode recorded at the 26th International Passive House Conference, Passive House Podcast co-host Matthew Cutler-Welsh interviews Ed May of bldgtyp.

Passive House Podcast Ep. 148: Raphael Vibert, Herz & Lang

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In the latest episode of the Passive House Podcast, cohosts Mary James and Ilka Cassidy sit down with Raphaël Vibert, a Passive House certifier accredited by the Passive House Institute. Raphaël, a senior designer, consultant, and certifier at Herz & Lang.