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B.C.’s Energy Step Code: Driving Market Transformation
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Discover how the BC Energy Step Code is accelerating market transformation in construction. Learn about energy efficiency, green building standards, and the step-by-step approach to sustainable design.
Passive House Canada: Transforming How We Build
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Discover how Passive House Canada is pioneering sustainable building practices. Learn about energy-efficient construction, eco-friendly design, and the growing impact of passive houses in Canada.
Denver City Council Approves Green Code and Lists Passive House Certification as Compliance Path
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Discover how Denver City Council's new green building code recognizes Passive House certification as a compliance path, advancing sustainable, energy-efficient construction practices in Denver.
New York’s Path to Scaling Up Passive House
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Discover how New York is advancing sustainable architecture with Passive House standards. Learn about policy, innovation, and the strategies driving large-scale green building adoption in the city.
A 10 Year Look Ahead for Passive House in the Northwest
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Explore the future of Passive House in the Northwest with a 10-year outlook, industry insights, energy efficiency trends, and sustainable building practices shaping green construction in the region.
We Have Powerful Climate Solutions Like Passive House, We Just Need to Use Them
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Discover how Passive House design offers effective climate solutions for sustainable living. Learn why proven green building practices are vital for energy efficiency and cutting carbon emissions.
A Tweetstorm Primer on Vancouver, BC's Remarkable Passive House Uptake
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Discover how Vancouver, BC is leading sustainable building trends with its rapid Passive House adoption. Explore key insights and local strategies driving energy-efficient homes in this detailed primer.
Interview with Eric Corey Freed, Keynote at Passive House Canada Conference
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Read our exclusive interview with Eric Corey Freed, sought-after keynote speaker for the upcoming Passive House Canada Conference. Discover insights on sustainable building and green architecture trends.
Interview with Robert Bernhardt of Passive House Canada, "If we want to do this, we can do this"
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Discover insights from Robert Bernhardt of Passive House Canada on sustainable building, energy efficiency, and how communities can achieve passive house standards for healthier, eco-friendly living environments.
ASTM Symposia Paper on Whole Building Envelope Air Leakage Testing
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Discover insights from the ASTM symposia paper on whole building envelope air leakage testing. Learn about testing methods, building performance, and energy efficiency for sustainable construction practices.
Passive House Worldwide
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Discover how Passive House standards are transforming energy-efficient building worldwide. Explore global projects, innovations, and trends shaping sustainable architecture and green living.
What Are the Barriers to Integrating Passive House into Architectural Practice?
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Discover the main barriers to integrating Passive House standards into architectural practice, including cost, awareness, training, and policy challenges. Learn solutions for sustainable design adoption.
Interview with Tomas O'Leary, Ireland: Enough Talk, Time for Action
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Discover insights on Passive House design and sustainable building in this interview with Ireland’s Tomás O’Leary. Learn why immediate climate action in construction is more important than ever.
Passive House Past, Passive House Future
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Discover the evolution of Passive House design, its historical impact, and future trends in energy-efficient building. Explore sustainable architecture innovations and strategies for a greener tomorrow.
Actively Passive
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Discover how passive house principles are being actively embraced for sustainable living. Learn about energy efficiency, modern building design, and eco-friendly home solutions that lower your carbon footprint.
A Big Bold Idea: The City of Vancouver Sets a Targets and Maps the Path
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Discover how the City of Vancouver is setting ambitious sustainability targets and implementing innovative strategies to lead urban climate action and achieve Passive House standards for energy-efficient buildings.
NYC Climate Mobilization Act: A Brief History
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Discover the history and impact of New York City's Climate Mobilization Act. Learn about key legislation, sustainability goals, and how the law shapes energy efficiency and green building trends in NYC.
Green Light: Rise of the Energy Efficient Building
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Explore how energy-efficient buildings and green design are transforming modern architecture. Learn about passive house standards, sustainability trends, and the future of eco-friendly construction.
Mike Fowler Shares Passive House Code Wins in Washington State
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Discover how Mike Fowler advanced Passive House standards in Washington State with insightful code updates and advocacy. Learn key strategies for high-performance, energy-efficient building.
The Architecture Industry Response to Climate Change
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Discover how the architecture industry is addressing climate change through sustainable design, innovative solutions, and energy-efficient building practices to create a greener, resilient future.
Vancouver Amends Bylaws To Encourage More Passive House Construction
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Discover how Vancouver's new bylaw amendments support increased Passive House construction, promoting energy-efficient building standards and sustainable development across the city.
2020 Renaissance Plan—Seizing the Moment for Transformative Investments
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Discover how transformative investments and the 2020 Renaissance Plan are shaping a sustainable future. Explore strategies for energy efficiency, passive house design, and resilient green building solutions.
Joanna Grab & Jennifer Leone: Data (not anecdotes)
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Discover insights from Joanna Grab and Jennifer Leone on leveraging data over anecdotes in passive house design. Learn how evidence-based decisions drive sustainable building at Global Passive House Happy Hour.
Revolutions
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Explore revolutionary advancements in passive house design. Discover sustainable building techniques, energy-efficient architecture trends, and innovative solutions for eco-friendly living.
Anjanette Green: RESET Building Standard + IAQ
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Discover insights from Anjanette Green on the RESET building standard and indoor air quality at a Global Passive House Happy Hour. Learn about sustainable design and healthier buildings today.
Chris Higgins: Vancouvers Passive House Proliferation
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Discover how Vancouver is leading the way in Passive House design with insights from a Global Passive House Happy Hour, exploring innovative strategies for sustainable building and urban energy efficiency.
Pittsburgh Hopes to Cut Emissions with Great Transparency
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Discover how Pittsburgh aims to reduce carbon emissions through transparent building data and sustainable practices, shaping a greener future for cities embracing energy efficiency and climate action.
Green Zoning: Accelerating Smart Growth in Single Family Zones
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Discover how green zoning accelerates smart growth in single-family zones. Learn about sustainable urban planning, zoning reforms, and the benefits for communities and the environment.
Interview with Jeff Colley, Editor of Passive House Plus Magazine
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Discover insights on sustainable architecture in this interview with Jeff Colley, editor of Passive House Plus Magazine, focusing on energy efficiency and the future of passive house building trends.
The Six Fundamental Principles of Passive House
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Discover the six fundamental principles of Passive House design. Learn how energy-efficient building strategies create comfortable, sustainable homes while reducing environmental impact and utility costs.
A 50% Cut in Emissions by 2030? We’re here to help, President Biden
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Discover how Passive House strategies can help achieve a 50% reduction in emissions by 2030. Learn practical solutions for energy efficiency and sustainable building that support U.S. climate goals.
Multifamily Passive House Incentive Programs for Low Income House | Bev Craig
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Discover multifamily Passive House incentive programs for low-income housing. Learn how BEV Craig supports energy-efficient, sustainable building for affordable, resilient communities.
Passive House Policy Summit
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Discover insights from the Passive House Policy Summit, exploring sustainable building solutions, energy efficiency trends, and policy innovations shaping the future of green architecture.
BC Energy Step Code and Passive House | Robyn Wark, BC Hydro
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Discover how the BC Energy Step Code aligns with Passive House standards in this expert interview with Robyn Wark from BC Hydro, focusing on sustainable building practices and energy efficiency in British Columbia.
Building Codes and Passive House, ASHRAE 227 Committee | Prudence Ferreira
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Explore how Passive House standards intersect with building codes, featuring insights from the ASHRAE 227 Committee and Prudence Ferreira. Learn about energy efficiency and sustainable design.
Embodied Carbon and Passive House Policy in British Columbia | Anthony Pak
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Explore how embodied carbon impacts Passive House policy in British Columbia, with insights from Anthony Pak on sustainable building practices, climate action, and low-carbon construction strategies.
Local Law 97 and Passive House | Tom Eisele
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Discover how Local Law 97 impacts Passive House design in New York City. Explore expert insights from Tom Eisele on energy efficiency, sustainable building, and emissions compliance strategies.
Innotech Windows + Doors Celebrates Two Decades of Manufacturing Excellence with Launch of Four New Passive House Certified Components
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Innotech Windows + Doors marks 20 years in sustainable building with four new Passive House certified products, advancing energy-efficient design and innovation in modern construction solutions.
Harbor Village Affordable Housing
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Discover how Harbor Village sets a new standard in affordable housing with energy-efficient Passive House design, sustainable building, and community-focused living for a healthier future.
DOE Funds Retrofit Technologies
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Discover how DOE funding accelerates retrofit technologies for energy-efficient buildings. Learn about government grants, sustainable innovation, and the latest trends in building retrofits.
Putting the Punk into Passive House, Part 2
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Explore how punk ethos shapes sustainable architecture in Passive House design. Discover innovative energy-efficient building solutions with a unique, rebellious twist in this insightful article.
Harvest Thermal: Delivering on the Promise of Decarbonization
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Discover how Harvest Thermal advances building decarbonization with cutting-edge heat pump technology, improving energy efficiency and sustainability for modern homes and the environment.
New York State Climate Action Council Finalizes Scoping Plan to Advance Nation-leading Climate Law
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Discover how New York State's Climate Action Council finalized a comprehensive scoping plan to drive climate law leadership, reduce emissions, and promote sustainable building practices for a greener future.
Scotland to Require New Homes Be Built to Passivhaus Standard
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Discover how new regulations in Scotland will require all new homes to meet the Passivhaus standard for energy efficiency, sustainability, and lower carbon emissions in residential construction.
Support for Climate Act Legislation in NYS Budget Bill
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Discover how Passive House design supports New York State Climate Act goals with energy-efficient strategies, sustainable building practices, and solutions for a low-carbon future.
Massachusetts Took Passive House to Scale – You Can Too!
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Discover how Massachusetts successfully scaled Passive House standards for energy-efficient buildings. Learn practical steps and insights to implement Passive House in your own projects today.
Go Inside This 100% Passive House District in Germany
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Explore a groundbreaking 100% passive house district in Germany, showcasing sustainable living, energy efficiency, and green building innovation. Discover features, benefits, and real-life insights.
Passive House Helping Shape State Energy Codes
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Discover how Passive House standards are influencing state energy codes, driving sustainability and energy efficiency in building practices to meet evolving green building trends and regulations.
Simplifying Policy Transformations
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Discover effective strategies to simplify policy transformations in sustainable building and passive house design. Learn best practices for energy efficiency, green construction, and adapting to evolving regulations.
Adding High Performance Building to Los Angeles’s Housing
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Discover how high-performance building techniques and Passive House standards are transforming Los Angeles housing for better energy efficiency, comfort, and sustainability. Learn practical solutions for modern homes.
Embodied Carbon Roundtable
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Explore expert insights from the Embodied Carbon Roundtable. Learn how reducing embodied carbon in buildings supports sustainability and climate goals through innovative materials and eco-friendly design practices.
Demystifying Local Law 97
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Learn what Local Law 97 means for building owners, architects, and developers. Explore compliance strategies, energy efficiency tips, and the impact on New York City's sustainability goals.
How New Federal Policy Raises the Bar for Energy-Efficient Housing
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Discover how new federal policies are setting higher standards for energy-efficient housing. Learn about the latest regulations, sustainable building trends, and their impact on passive house design.
California Campaign for Passive House Pathway
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Discover how California's campaign for a Passive House pathway is advancing sustainable building standards, boosting energy efficiency, and supporting climate resilience in new construction projects.
Scottish Government Seeking Consultation on Scottish Passivhaus Equivalent Policy
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Discover the Scottish Government's consultation on a proposed Passivhaus-equivalent policy, aiming to raise energy efficiency and sustainability standards in new Scottish buildings. Learn how to get involved.
Zero-Emission Buildings Rising in EU
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Explore the growing trend of zero-emission buildings in the EU, their benefits for sustainability and climate goals, and how innovative green construction is shaping a cleaner, energy-efficient future.
Are Smoke-Tight Buildings Coming to California?
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Discover if California is considering smoke-tight building requirements. Learn how new standards, wildfire safety, and Passive House principles could impact construction and indoor air quality.
Boston Approves Net Zero Carbon Zoning
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Discover how Boston’s new net zero carbon zoning law is shaping sustainable building. Learn what this means for energy-efficient construction and the future of green development in urban areas.
Opinion: Passive House Design is Key to Meeting NYC’s Climate Goals
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“As the city races to retrofit its building stock and meet carbon reduction goals, Passive House offers a solution that’s not just idealistic—it’s practical and proven,” Pratt writes.
Pre-Designed for High Performance
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How predesigned, high-performance home plans in Fort Collins and elsewhere can streamline affordable, all-electric, and resilient housing to meet climate goals.
Events
BE+ Carbon & Energy Roundtable
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Podcast
Passive House Podcast Ep 6: Simone Schenkel, Grün Eco Design
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Matthew interviews Simone Schenkel, director and Certified Passive House Designer at Grün Eco Design in Victoria, Australia.
Passive House Podcast Ep 12: Dr. Diana Ürge-Vorsatz, IPCC
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Zack interviews Dr. Diana Ürge-Vorsatz of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) about her recent research.
Passive House Podcast Ep 34: Beverly Craig, MassCEC
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Zack interviews Passive House policy leader and accelerator Beverly Craig, Senior Project Manager of Low and Moderate Income Programs at Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (Mass CEC).
Passive House Podcast Ep 35: Tom Eisele, NYPH Policy Advisor
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Zack interviews architect Tom Eisele, recently of the New York City Mayor’s Office of Resiliency, and current policy advisor with New York Passive House.
Passive House Podcast Ep 36: Robyn Wark, BC Hydro
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Matthew interviews Robyn Wark, Manager of Advanced Demand Side Management at BC Hydro about the groundbreaking Energy Step Code in British Columbia.
Passive House Podcast Ep 38: John Palmer, Passivhaus Trust
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Matthew interview Passivhaus Trust's John Palmer about his Royal Navy background, his recommendations for Energy Performance Certificates, and uptake of Passive House in the UK.
Passive House Podcast Ep 47: Chris Ballard, Passive House Canada
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Zack interviews Chris Ballard, CEO of Passive House Canada. Chris brings a timely skillset to the role: deep knowledge of and experience with the levers of policy and government action.
Passive House Podcast Ep 58: Dr. Diana Ürge-Vorsatz, IPCC
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Matthew interviews Dr. Diana Ürge-Vorsatz about the urgent nature of the climate crisis, the important window of opportunity that we have to address it right now, and the big role that buildings in general, and Passive House in particular, can play in solution-making that brings a host of co-benefits.
Bonus Episode: Ian Findlayson at PhiusCon 2021
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Zack interviews Ian Findlayson of the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources at the PhiusCon 2021 conference.
Passive House Podcast Ep 73: Giorgia Tzar, International Passive House Association
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Cohost Matthew Cutler-Welsh interviews Giorgia Tzar, a familiar guest on the Passive House Podcast. Now based in Stuttgart, Germany Giorgia runs the International Passive House Association at the Passive House Institute.
Passive House Podcast Ep 83: Roberto Pecora, ZEBx
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Zack interviews Roberto Pecora, Director of ZEBx, the Zero Emissions Building Exchange based in Vancouver, British Columbia.
Passive House Podcast Ep 86: Marine Sanchez, RDH Building Science
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Zack interviews Marine Sanchez, Senior Passive House Consultant at RDH Building Science about the state of Passive House in Toronto and Ontario.
Passive House Podcast Ep. 105: Scott Kennedy, Cornerstone Architecture
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Zack interviews Scott Kennedy, Partner at Cornerstone Architecture in Vancouver, British Columbia. Scott is a leading exponent of multifamily Passive House design, trailblazing the approach in Vancouver and championing the adoption of Passive House across Canada.
Passive House Podcast Ep. 116: Bronwyn Barry, The Passive House Network and Passive House BB
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Passive House Podcast cohost Matthew Cutler-Welsh interviews Bronwyn Barry, principal of Passive House BB and longtime board member and leader at The Passive House Network.
Passive House Podcast Ep. 119: Mark Lyles, New Buildings Institute
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Zack interviews Mark Lyles, Senior Project Manager at New Buildings Institute (NBI).
Passive House Podcast Ep. 120: Ralph DiNola, New Buildings Institute
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Zack interviews Ralph DiNola, Chief Executive Officer of New Buildings Institute (NBI).
Passive House Podcast Ep. 124: Jesse Clarke, Pro Clima
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Matthew interviews Jesse Clarke, Innovation and R&D Manager at Pro Clima in New Zealand and Australia, about his pathway to Passive House and the healthy building movement.
Passive House Podcast Ep. 126: Jessica Allen, Climasure
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Matthew interviews Jessica Allen, Technical Manager at Climasure in South Australia, about her transition from "worrying about how buildings look" to "caring about how they work".
Passive House Podcast Ep. 128: Andrew Steingiser, RDH Building Science
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Zack interviews Andrew Steingiser, Associate, Senior Project Architect, and Passive House Consultant at RDH Building Science's Boston Office.
Bonus Episode: Sean Botham, CityHousing Hamilton (PHCC 2023)
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In this special bonus episode recorded at the Passive House Canada Conference, Mary James interviews Sean Botham of CityHousing Hamilton.
Bonus Episode: Scott Foster, Senior Advisor, Senior Fellow, and Entrepreneur in Sustainable Energy (PHCC 2023)
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In this special bonus episode recorded at the Passive House Canada Conference, Passive House Accelerator founder Michael Ingui interviews Scott Foster, Senior Advisor, Senior Fellow, and Entrepreneur in Sustainable Energy and former United Nations Economic Commission Director of Sustainable Energy.