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Sheri Koones’ book, “Downsize,” features Madison Passive House

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Discover how Sheri Koones’ book "Downsize" features the Madison Passive House, highlighting sustainable design, energy efficiency, and modern small home trends for eco-friendly living enthusiasts.

Zola Windows Becomes Founding Sponsor of the Accelerator

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Zola Windows becomes the founding sponsor of the Passive House Accelerator, supporting innovation in sustainable building and high-performance windows for energy-efficient architecture. Discover more about this partnership.

RDH Building Science Becomes a Founding Sponsor of Passive House Accelerator

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Discover how RDH Building Science became a founding sponsor of Passive House Accelerator, supporting innovation and sustainable building practices in the energy-efficient construction community.

475 High Performance Building Supply Becomes a Patron Sponsor of the Accelerator

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High Performance Building Supply joins Passive House Accelerator as a Patron Sponsor, supporting innovation in sustainable building and energy-efficient design for a greener future.

Accelerator Site Welcomes Innotech Windows & Doors and European Architectural Supply to the Community

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Discover how Innotech Windows and Doors and European Architectural Supply have joined the Passive House Accelerator community, enhancing sustainable building practices with innovative window and door solutions.

UG, UF, UW, UWHAT?: An Intro to the U-Value and Those Most Important to Passive House

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Discover the basics of U-values, including Ug, Uf, and Uw, and learn why they matter for Passive House design. This guide explains energy efficiency, insulation, and building performance.

475 High Performance Building Supply Becomes a Founding Sponsor of Passive House Accelerator

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High Performance Building Supply joins Passive House Accelerator as a founding sponsor, boosting sustainable construction and innovation in the passive house and green building industry. Learn more about this partnership.

Partel's Vara Fluid A Core Component in NYC Passive House

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Discover how Partel’s VARA Fluid contributes to energy efficiency and airtightness in NYC Passive House projects. Learn about its benefits, applications, and role in sustainable building.

Partel Becomes a Founding Sponsor of Passive House Accelerator

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Discover how Partel has joined Passive House Accelerator as a founding sponsor, supporting innovation and sustainability in high-performance building design and energy-efficient construction solutions.

ROCKWOOL Joins Passive House Accelerator, Completing Its Circle of Founding Sponsors

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Rockwool has joined the Passive House Accelerator as a founding sponsor, strengthening collaboration and innovation in sustainable building. Learn how this partnership enhances passive house practices.

Integrated Building Enclosure System for Passive House

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Discover how integrated building enclosure systems enhance energy efficiency and comfort in Passive House designs. Learn key strategies for airtight construction and sustainable building performance.

Special Passive House Component Episode: Rob Conboy of Glavel

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Discover insights from Rob Conboy of Glavel on innovative passive house components and sustainable building solutions. Learn how advanced materials can boost energy efficiency in green construction.

New Glavel Manufacturing Facility Set to Open in Vermont

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Discover how the new Glavel manufacturing facility in Vermont will boost local green building, promote sustainable construction practices, and advance energy-efficient solutions for passive house projects.

LAMILUX Becomes a Patron Sponsor of Passive House Accelerator

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Discover how LAMILUX has joined Passive House Accelerator as a Patron Sponsor, supporting innovation and sustainability in passive house design and energy-efficient building solutions worldwide.

ROCKWOOL North America to Underwrite our Coverage of PhiusCon

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Rockwool North America partners with Passive House Share to support in-depth coverage of PHIUSCon, highlighting advancements in sustainable building, energy efficiency, and cutting-edge passive house solutions.

Ikon Windows Becomes Champion Sponsor of Passive House Accelerator

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Discover how IKON Windows joins Passive House Accelerator as a Champion Sponsor, supporting sustainable building, energy-efficient windows, and passive house innovation for greener construction practices.

Designing With Daylight in The UK’s Largest Passivhaus School

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Discover how the UK’s largest Passivhaus school integrates natural daylight design for energy efficiency and student wellbeing. Explore sustainable architecture trends and eco-friendly solutions.

Panel Solutions for Student Housing

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Discover innovative panel solutions for sustainable student housing. Explore energy-efficient building methods, cost-effective materials, and modern design trends for better student living spaces.

Michael Ingui Announces Source 2050

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Discover Michael Ingui’s announcement of Source 2050, a new online platform connecting Passive House professionals with sustainable building materials, tools, and resources for high-performance construction.

California’s Green Construction to Receive Boost from New Modesto Manufacturer

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Discover how a new Modesto manufacturer is set to advance green construction in California, supporting sustainable building trends and energy-efficient practices for eco-friendly development statewide.

Understanding Rainscreen Walls: Cues for Today's Construction Environment

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Discover how rainscreen walls enhance building durability and energy efficiency. Learn modern construction best practices, key installation tips, and sustainable design insights for today's architecture.

Opaque Glass Rainscreens: A Canvas for Endless Creativity

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Discover how opaque glass rainscreens offer limitless design possibilities, energy efficiency, and durability for modern architecture. Explore creative facade solutions for sustainable buildings.

Glavel Saxon Hill: A Fully Operational Foam Glass Plant

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Discover how Glavel’s Saxon Hill plant is transforming sustainable construction with eco-friendly foam glass gravel. Explore its operational process and benefits for passive house and green building projects.

Ken Kiefer on SIGA's High-Performance Construction Academy in New England

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Discover insights from Ken Kiefer on the SIGA High Performance Construction Academy in New England, focusing on sustainable building, energy efficiency, and advanced passive house techniques.

PROSOCO supports Passive House Accelerator as a Champion Sponsor

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Discover how PROSOCO supports Passive House Accelerator as a Champion Sponsor, promoting sustainable building practices and high-performance construction in the green building industry.

LAMILUX: Skylights for Every Climate

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Discover how LAMILUX skylights enhance energy efficiency and comfort in passive house designs across all climates. Explore features, benefits, and innovative daylight solutions for sustainable living.

Are deep energy retrofits the key to decarbonization?

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Explore whether deep energy retrofits offer an effective path to building decarbonization. Learn about retrofit strategies, energy efficiency, and their role in sustainable climate solutions.

Net Zero Energy Home in Fairfax

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Discover how a net zero energy home in Fairfax uses passive house design for maximum efficiency and sustainability. Learn key strategies for eco-friendly living and reduced energy costs.

Sto Brings Fluid Design to Illinois Dispensary with StoTherm ci

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Discover how STO transformed an Illinois dispensary with StoTherm ci, blending fluid design and energy-efficient passive house principles for enhanced sustainability and modern aesthetics.

Celebrating Emu, our Sponsor of the Week

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Discover how Emu is transforming sustainable construction with advanced Passive House training and innovative building solutions, empowering the industry to create energy-efficient homes for the future.

Now Streaming: The 8 Episodes of Building Performance Interactive, Co-Produced With Partel

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Watch all 8 episodes of Building Performance Interactive, co-produced with Partel. Explore expert-led insights on sustainable building practices, energy efficiency, and passive house solutions.

Celebrating Steven Winter Associates, Our Sponsor of the Week

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Discover how Steven Winter Associates advances sustainable building practices as a key sponsor in the Passive House community, driving innovation in energy efficiency and green architecture.

Welcome to Glavel Saxon Hill

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Discover Glavel Saxon Hill's innovative approach to sustainable construction with high-performance foam glass gravel. Learn how eco-friendly materials support energy-efficient, passive house projects.

The A.R.T. of the reStore: Burt Street Properties

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Discover how Burt Street Properties embraced Passive House standards in their renovation. Learn about sustainable building, energy efficiency, and innovative restoration techniques in this detailed article.

Colorado Voices More Interest in Passive House

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Discover why interest in Passive House design is surging in Colorado. Learn about energy efficiency, sustainable building trends, and how local voices are shaping green construction practices.

Catching up with Rob Conboy, a Glavel Passive House Component Podcast

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Discover insights from Rob Conboy on the Glavel Passive House Component Podcast. Learn about innovative sustainable building materials and Passive House trends shaping the future of eco-friendly construction.

Lamilux Comfort Solo Component Spotlight with Jeremy Latriano

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Discover the Lamilux Comfort Solo skylight in this exclusive Passive House component spotlight with Jeremy Latriano. Learn about energy efficiency, daylighting, and sustainable building design.

Solving the Passive House Materials Marketplace

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Discover solutions to challenges in the passive house materials marketplace. Learn about innovative approaches, trusted suppliers, and trends shaping sustainable building materials today.

Mahnaz Nikbakht + Rob Blount, a ROCKWOOL Component Podcast Episode

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Listen to Mahnaz Nikbakht and Rob Blount discuss sustainable building, Rockwool insulation, and Passive House design in this insightful podcast episode. Learn about eco-friendly construction trends.

Introducing the FLAIR 325/400 from Brink with 475 High Performance Building Supply

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Discover the innovative Flair 325/400 from Brink, now available at 475 High Performance Building Supply. Learn how this energy-efficient ventilation system enhances indoor air quality for modern passive houses.

Interview with Source 2050 co-founder John Knapp at PhiusCon 2022.

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Discover insights from Source 2050 co-founder John Knapp in this PHIUSCon interview, exploring passive house innovations, sustainable building trends, and industry expertise for green construction professionals.

Source 2050 Joins the Accelerator as a Champion Sponsor

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Source 2050 partners with Passive House Accelerator as a Champion Sponsor, supporting sustainable building innovation and collaboration in high-performance construction and energy efficiency initiatives.

Partel's Airtight Membranes Now Certified for Passive House Construction and Fire Resistance

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Discover how Partel's airtight membranes have achieved certification for Passive House construction and fire resistance, enhancing energy efficiency, sustainability, and safety in modern building projects.

Exploring Glavel's New Saxon Hill Facility with Founder Rob Conboy

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Discover Glavel’s innovative Saxon Hill facility in this in-depth interview with founder Rob Conboy. Learn about sustainable building materials, foam glass gravel, and green construction trends.

Corporate Sustainability Policies Risk Greenwashing Without Action

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Discover why corporate sustainability policies must move beyond greenwashing. Learn how authentic climate action and transparent reporting drive real environmental impact in today's business landscape.

Intelligent Membranes Supports Passive House Accelerator as a Champion Sponsor

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Discover how Intelligent Membranes supports Passive House Accelerator as a Champion Sponsor, driving sustainable building innovation and promoting high-performance construction solutions worldwide.

Source2050 - Closing the Gap Between Specifying and Sourcing

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Discover how Source2050 simplifies the connection between specifying high-performance building products and sustainable sourcing, bridging the gap in modern construction and Passive House projects.

Using Ultrasound to Detect Air Leaks with Coltraco's Portscanner® Airtight

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Discover how to use ultrasound technology and the Coltraco Portascanner® Airtight device to efficiently detect and locate air leaks, improving building energy efficiency and airtightness.

Barlis Wedlick Is Our Accelerator Partner of The Week

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Discover how BarlisWedlick, a leader in sustainable architecture, is recognized as Passive House Accelerator’s Partner of the Week for their innovative energy-efficient building designs and green initiatives.

Ten-Story Mass Timber TallWood Prepares for a Shake Up

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Discover how the Ten Story Mass Timber Tallwood project is advancing earthquake resilience and sustainable building. Explore innovative design, mass timber construction, and seismic testing insights.

Climate Change Demands Greater Fire Resiliency in Buildings

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Discover how climate change is increasing wildfire risks and why buildings need improved fire resiliency. Learn about modern, sustainable design strategies for safer, more resilient architecture.

An Interview with Adrian Dymarczyk of Ikon Windows

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Discover insights on sustainable building and high-performance windows in this exclusive interview with Adrian Dymarczyk of IKON Windows, sharing the latest trends in energy-efficient design.

DataBased+ Is Our Accelerator Partner of the Week

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Discover how Databased is driving innovation as our Accelerator Partner of the Week. Learn about their impact on sustainable building and energy efficiency in the Passive House community.

PH Airseal Becomes Champion Sponsor of the Accelerator

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Discover how PH AirSeal has become a Champion Sponsor of Passive House Accelerator, supporting sustainable building and energy efficiency. Learn about this partnership and its impact on green construction.

Gradient Becomes Champion Sponsor of the Accelerator

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Gradient becomes Champion Sponsor for Passive House Accelerator, supporting innovation and sustainable building practices. Learn how this partnership advances climate-friendly solutions.

Why Compartmentalization Is Trending in Multi-Family Passive House Construction

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Discover why compartmentalization is a growing trend in multi-family Passive House construction. Learn how airtight design improves energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and sustainability in modern buildings.

Resin-Cast Shapes Deliver on Performance and Sustainability

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Discover how resin cast shapes advance both performance and sustainability in construction. Explore innovative materials, eco-friendly solutions, and efficient building techniques for modern architecture.

Interview with Adam White of Intelligent Membranes

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Discover insights from Adam White of Intelligent Membranes on sustainable building materials, innovative airtightness solutions, and the future of passive house construction in this in-depth interview.

Enhancing Energy Efficiency in Passive House Design: Exploring the Importance of Airtight Grommets

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Discover how airtight grommets enhance energy efficiency in Passive House design. Learn about their role in reducing air leakage, improving insulation, and supporting sustainable building practices.

An Interview with Gradient CEO Vincent Romanin

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Discover insights on energy-efficient home cooling in this interview with Gradient CEO Vincent Romanin, exploring sustainable HVAC solutions and the future of clean technology for modern living.

An Interview with Lawrence Lindner of PH Airseal

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Discover insights on sustainable architecture in our exclusive interview with Lawrence Lindner of PH AirSeal, discussing energy-efficient building, airtight solutions, and Passive House best practices.

Letting the Light Shine on Pleasant Hill Library

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Discover how the Pleasant Hill Library uses passive house design and natural light to create a sustainable, comfortable, and energy-efficient community space that inspires visitors year-round.

An Interview with Davyd Funk, President of EuroLine Windows

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Discover insights on sustainable building, energy-efficient windows, and Passive House standards in this exclusive interview with Davyd Funk, President of EuroLine Windows.

BEWISO Joins Passive House Accelerator as Champion Sponsor

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Discover how Bewiso advances sustainable building by joining Passive House Accelerator as a Champion Sponsor, supporting innovation and high-performance Passive House design in the green building industry.

Innotech Windows + Doors Launches Cold Climate Certified Window System And Sets Industry Milestone

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Innotech Windows + Doors unveils a cold-climate certified window system, marking a major milestone in energy-efficient design for sustainable building and Passive House projects. Learn more.

Resiliency and Fire Resistance in Passive Construction

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Discover how passive house construction enhances resiliency and fire resistance. Learn sustainable building techniques for safer, energy-efficient, and climate-resilient homes in every environment.

Gradient Releases All-Weather 120V Window Heat Pump

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Discover Gradient's all-weather 120V window heat pump, designed for energy efficiency and easy installation. Learn about its features, benefits, and suitability for modern, eco-friendly homes.

Introducing GEORGE: BEWISO’s High-Performance Single-Hung Window

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Discover George Bewiso’s high-performance single-hung window, designed for energy efficiency and modern passive house standards. Learn about its features, benefits, and innovative window technology.

Satisfying WUI Requirements: Mitigating Risk with Fire-Resilient Building Materials

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Discover how to meet WUI requirements and reduce wildfire risk with fire-resilient building materials. Learn best practices for safety, sustainability, and compliance in modern construction.

First-Ever US Collegiate Design-Build Passive House Ice Box Challenge with Pratt Institute

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Discover how Pratt Institute students tackled the first US collegiate design-build Passive House Ice Box Challenge, showcasing energy-efficient building innovations for sustainable architecture education.

Partel Launches Innovative Products to Drive Sustainability

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Discover how Partel’s latest innovative products promote sustainability in construction by enhancing energy efficiency and eco-friendly building practices. Learn more about green solutions today.

Diving Deep: Window Installation and High-Performance Wall Assemblies

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Discover expert insights on window installation and high-performance wall assemblies for passive house projects. Learn best practices to boost energy efficiency, comfort, and sustainable home design.

Walsh Construction Is Our Accelerator Partner of the Week

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Discover how Walsh Construction leads sustainable building innovations as our Accelerator Partner of the Week. Learn about their Passive House projects and impact on eco-friendly construction.

Reclaiming the Rooftop – Rooftop Terraces

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Discover innovative strategies for sustainable rooftop design and passive house roof reclamation. Explore eco-friendly solutions to maximize urban green spaces and enhance energy efficiency.

Minimizing Embodied Carbon in Exterior Wall Systems

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Discover strategies to minimize embodied carbon in exterior wall systems, improve sustainability in construction, and choose eco-friendly building materials for greener architecture and lower carbon footprints.

Six Things to Know About Thermal Bridging

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Discover six essential facts about thermal bridging in passive house design. Learn how to reduce heat loss, improve energy efficiency, and create comfortable, sustainable living spaces.

Updating for Efficiency While Preserving the Past

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Discover how to enhance building energy efficiency with modern updates while preserving historic architecture. Learn practical strategies for sustainable retrofitting in older homes and heritage buildings.

Adaptive Solutions: Retrofitting Buildings with Sustainable Systems

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Discover adaptive solutions for retrofitting buildings with sustainable systems. Learn how to enhance energy efficiency, reduce carbon footprint, and future-proof your property with modern green technologies.

Revolutionizing Wooden Frame Houses: The Path to Ultimate Energy Efficiency with Partel Innovations

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Discover how Partel innovations are transforming wooden frame houses with advanced energy efficiency solutions. Learn about sustainable building trends for eco-friendly and passive house design.

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.

Women in Passive House: Brittany Coughlin

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Discover how Brittany Coughlin shapes sustainable design as a leader in the Passive House movement. Learn about women in green building and energy-efficient construction. Read her inspiring story.

Fire Safety & Energy Efficiency in Building Envelopes

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Explore essential strategies for integrating fire safety with energy efficiency in building envelopes. Learn about modern materials and techniques for safer, sustainable construction.

Evan Anderson of Zola Windows on the Past, Present, and Future of Passive House

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Discover insights from Evan Anderson of Zola Windows on the evolution of Passive House design, energy-efficient windows, and the future of sustainable building for healthier, greener living.

Sto Corp. Introduces a Solution to Address Nation’s Toughest Fireblocking Regulations

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Discover how Sto Corp's advanced fireblocking solution meets the toughest national fire safety regulations, supporting sustainable building and innovative passive house construction standards.

Paul A. Castrucci Architects Becomes Accelerator Partner

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Paul A. Castrucci Architects PLLC joins Passive House Accelerator as a partner, advancing sustainable design and energy-efficient architecture. Learn about this collaboration and its impact on green building.

Ilka Cassidy Joins Source 2050

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Discover how Ilka Cassidy’s expertise enhances Source 2050’s sustainable building solutions. Learn about her role in advancing Passive House standards and innovations in green construction.

Steven Winter Associates Becomes Accelerator Partner

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Discover how Steven Winter Associates has joined Passive House Accelerator as a partner, promoting sustainable building innovation, energy efficiency, and high-performance design in the green construction sector.

Walsh Construction Becomes Accelerator Partner

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Discover how WALSH Construction joins as an Accelerator Partner to advance passive house construction, promoting energy efficiency, sustainability, and innovative building solutions in the industry.

LAMILUX Modular Glass Skylight MS78: The Best of Both Worlds

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Discover the benefits of the LAMILUX Modular Glass Skylight MS78 for passive house design. Learn how this innovative skylight combines energy efficiency and modern architectural aesthetics.

Staengl Engineering Becomes Accelerator Partner

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Discover how Staengl Engineering joins Passive House Accelerator as a partner, supporting sustainable building innovation, energy-efficient design, and green architecture for a healthier future.

Durability, Flexibility, and Performance Meet with Longboard’s HITCH Cladding Attachment System

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Discover how Longboard's HITCH cladding attachment system combines durability, flexibility, and energy performance for modern buildings. Learn about its innovative design and installation benefits.

River Architects Becomes Accelerator Partner

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Discover how River Architects enhances sustainable building as an Accelerator Partner with Passive House Accelerator. Learn about their commitment to energy efficiency and green architecture innovation.

Experiencing Comfort Firsthand at UVic’s New Passive House Complex

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Discover firsthand experiences of comfort and energy efficiency at UVic’s new Passive House complex. Learn how sustainable design sets a benchmark for green student housing and modern construction.

Building Performance Architecture Becomes Accelerator Partner

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Discover how Building Performance Architecture drives sustainable construction as an Accelerator Partner, advancing passive house design, energy efficiency, and green building industry innovation.

Johnson City Retrofit Strives to Become a Net Zero Energy Home

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Discover how a Johnson City home achieves energy efficiency through a Passive House retrofit. Learn about sustainable design, reduced energy costs, and innovative green building techniques.

Ettinger Engineering Associates Becomes Accelerator Partner

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Discover how Ettinger Engineering Associates joins Passive House Accelerator as a key Partner, supporting sustainable building design, energy efficiency, and industry innovation.

Curtis + Ginsberg Architects Becomes Accelerator Partner

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Curtis + Ginsberg Architects is advancing sustainable architecture and energy-efficient building practices in the growing green construction movement.

Triple-Pane Windows: A Look Beyond U-Values

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Explore the benefits of triple-pane windows beyond just U-values. Learn how advanced glazing boosts energy efficiency, comfort, and sustainability for passive house and eco-friendly building design.

Longboard Architectural Products Collaborates with New Montana Museum

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Discover how Longboard Architectural Products partnered with the new Montana Museum to deliver sustainable design solutions, innovative building materials, and enhanced visitor experiences in modern architecture.

Exploring the Differences Between Internal and External Barriers with Intelligent Membranes

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Discover the key differences between internal and external barriers, and learn how intelligent membranes improve energy efficiency, moisture control, and home sustainability in modern building design.

Millennium Partners Becomes Accelerator Partner

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Discover how MP Boston joins the Passive House Accelerator as a partner, fostering sustainable building practices and energy efficiency in real estate development. Learn more about this collaboration.

Four Big Questions Every Prefab Straw Panel Manufacturer Answers Every Day

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Discover the top four questions every prefab straw panel manufacturer answers daily, covering sustainability, energy efficiency, costs, and construction trends for modern eco-friendly building solutions.

B. PUBLIC Becomes Accelerator Partner

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Discover how B Public joins Passive House Accelerator as a partner to advance sustainable building, energy efficiency, and climate-friendly construction in the growing green architecture movement.

pHdesign Becomes Accelerator Partner

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PHDesign joins Passive House Accelerator as a new partner, advancing passive house design, sustainable architecture, and energy efficiency. Discover how this collaboration supports green building innovation.

Cascadia Windows & Doors Becomes Champion Sponsor of the Accelerator

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Cascadia Windows & Doors joins as Champion Sponsor of the Passive House Accelerator, supporting sustainable building innovation and energy-efficient design in the construction industry.

Buck Moorhead Architect Becomes Accelerator Partner

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Discover how Buck Moorhead Architect joins Passive House Accelerator as a partner, advancing sustainable building design and energy-efficient architecture in the green construction industry.

Passive House for Everyone Becomes Accelerator Partner

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Discover how Passive House for Everyone joins Accelerator Partner, advancing sustainable building and energy efficiency. Learn about their mission and the impact on green architecture trends.

European Architectural Supply Is Now a Champion Sponsor of the Accelerator

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Discover how European Architectural Supply has become a Champion Sponsor of Passive House Accelerator, supporting sustainable architecture, high-performance building, and energy-efficient design initiatives.

FAKRO Has Become a Champion Sponsor of the Accelerator!

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Discover how FAKRO has partnered with Passive House Accelerator as a Champion Sponsor, supporting sustainable building innovation and energy-efficient design in the growing green architecture movement.

Murray Engineering Becomes Accelerator Partner!

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Discover how Murray Engineering joins the Passive House Accelerator Partner Network, advancing sustainable building solutions and energy-efficient construction through innovative collaboration.

Innotech Windows + Doors Publishes EPDs and HPDs for its Core Products

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Discover how Innotech Windows + Doors enhances sustainability by publishing Environmental and Health Product Declarations for core products, supporting transparency and eco-friendly building trends.

Durability and Comfort on the Wild Atlantic Way

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Discover how a Passive House on Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way blends energy efficiency, durability, and comfort, using sustainable design to withstand harsh coastal climates year-round.

Providing Thermal Comfort and Moisture Control for Masonry Retrofits and More with Smartrock

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Discover effective strategies for thermal comfort and moisture control in masonry retrofits using SmartRock technology. Learn best practices for energy-efficient building renovations and indoor climate improvement.

LG Becomes Champion Sponsor of the Accelerator

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LG partners as a Champion Sponsor with Passive House Accelerator, supporting innovation and sustainability in energy-efficient building. Discover how LG drives green building solutions and passive house events.

Mithun Becomes Accelerator Partner

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Discover how Mithun joins Passive House Accelerator as a partner, advancing sustainable architecture and energy-efficient building innovation to support environmentally-friendly design practices.

Pairing EIFS with Stone Wool Insulation: Two Case Studies

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Explore two detailed case studies on pairing EIFS with stone wool insulation, highlighting energy efficiency, durability, and sustainable construction for modern passive house building projects.

Mariana Pickering Joins B.PUBLIC Prefab

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Discover how sustainable architect Mariana Pickering is joining bpublic Prefab, bringing passive house expertise to innovative prefab solutions for eco-friendly, energy-efficient building projects.

The Phius Project Details Library Is Here!

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Discover the new PHIUS Project Details Library, offering comprehensive resources and technical details for Passive House professionals. Enhance your sustainable building projects today.

Component Spotlight Recap: FAKRO Skylights Shine in High-Performance Design

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Discover how FAKRO skylights enhance high-performance Passive House design with energy-efficient daylighting solutions. Explore key features, benefits, and real-world project highlights.

Lamilux FE Skylights: Four Features That Lead to Flawless Isotherm Lines

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Discover how the LAMILUX FE Skylight ensures flawless isothermal lines in passive house design with four innovative features for energy efficiency, thermal performance, and sustainable building solutions.

Cascadia Component Spotlight Recap: Versatility and Value in Passive House Windows Systems

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Discover the versatility and value of passive house window systems in our Cascadia Component Spotlight recap. Learn about energy-efficient solutions and sustainable window design for modern green buildings.

Design Competition Envisions More Resilient Built Environment in California

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Submissions for the California Rebuilds competition are due September 30th. Qualifying designs will be featured in a catalog of high-performance homes and select winners will receive cash prizes.

Cascadia Windows & Doors Component Spotlight Recap: Wildfire Resistance—Window Strategies for WUI Design

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Cascadia Windows & Doors’ Technical Director Michael Bousfield talks about how the company's fiberglass windows held up against live-fire experiments.

Verified Materials, Verified Performance: How Partel’s WUFI-Ready Solutions Elevate Timber-Frame and Retrofit Projects to Passive House Standards

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Partel has announced that many of their key products, including VARA PLUS and components from their IZOPERM and EXOPERM brands, are now listed on the official WUFI® database.

PROSOCO Signs on as Champion Sponsor of the Accelerator

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The manufacturer of building envelope systems, masonry anchors to stabilize facades, and specialty chemicals for concrete and masonry joins a growing list of Accelerator sponsors.

Source 2050 Component Spotlight Recap: A Better Way to Spec, Order, and Install Windows

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Members of the Source 2050 team, including John Knapp, Shannon Pendleton, and Kevin Brennan, reveal how their high-performance marketplace makes literal window shopping easier and more efficient.

PROSOCO Announces EPDs for Five Concrete Densifiers

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Documents are pre-certified calculations of environmental footprints for designers and sustainability professionals.

HELD Architecture Becomes Accelerator Partner

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Founded by Kristina Held, the Charlotte-based firm is helping to make passive building methodologies more common in the Southeast and beyond.

Component Spotlight Recap: Rethinking Domestic Hot Water with Reservoir Home

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Reimagine Your Water Heater with Reservoir

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Reservoir provides instant hot water and virtually expanded capacity, while also protecting homes from leaks, frozen pipes & bacterial contamination.

New Life for an Old Dairy: Passive House Performance Meets Supportive Housing

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How PROSOCO's R-Guard FastFlash helped ensure superior airtightness on the deep energy retrofit 100-year-old dairy in Ontario.

Catching Up with Accelerator Partner Curtis + Ginsberg Architects

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The award-winning firm has long been a champion of Passive House building standards and building equity through housing within New York.

Sounding Off: Delivering Acoustic Comfort in High-Performance Buildings with ROCKWOOL

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Exploring the science of sound in construction and how acoustics play a role in occupants' overall sense of comfort.

Reservoir Makes Domestic Water Heating Even Smarter with Home Sync

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Reservoir Home Sync adds double-tap faucet recirculation, voice control, and weather-aware freeze protection to the world's smartest all-electric water heater.

Recap: Do You Know What's in Your Low-Carbon Cement?

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Learn about the latest on low-carbon cement: benefits, challenges, material innovations, and industry trends shaping the world of concrete.

PROSOCO Breaks New Ground with ICC‑ES Listing for Blok‑Guard and Anti‑Graffiti Products

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PROSOCO earns ICC-ES listing for Blok-Guard and anti-graffiti products, delivering nationally recognized, third-party verified surface protection solutions.

River Architects Applies Passive Principles to Novel Building Types

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Hudson Valley-based River Architects has long been committed to environmental sustainability through inspired design.

INTUS Component Spotlight Recap: Polymer Windows – The Backbone of Passive House Design

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Learn how INTUS polymer windows deliver superior energy efficiency, airtightness, and durability for Passive House and commercial building projects.

Podcast

Special Passive House Component Episode: Rob Conboy of Glavel

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Zack interviews Rob Conboy, CEO of Glavel, about the foam glass gravel maker's origins, new plant, 100% clean energy and near-zero embodied carbon ambitions, and more.

Special Passive House Component Episode: Hugh Whiriskey of Partel

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Zack interviews Hugh Whiriskey, founder and Technical Director of Partel, the Galway, Ireland-based developer and manufacturer of high-performance airtight and windtight systems.

Bonus Episode: Robert Blount at PhiusCon 2021

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Zack interviews Robert Blount of ROCKWOOL North America at PhiusCon 2021.

Bonus Episode: Todd Kimmel at PhiusCon 2021

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Zack interviews Todd Kimmel of ROCKWOOL North America at PhiusCon 2021.

Special Passive House Component Episode: Evan Anderson of Zola Windows

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Zack interviews Evan Anderson, general manager of Zola Windows, a longtime supporter of North America's Passive House movement, and the first Founding Sponsor of Passive House Accelerator.

Special Passive House Component Episode: Paul Grahovac and Pat Downey of PROSOCO

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Zack interviews Paul Grahovac and Pat Downey of PROSOCO, provider of the R-Guard system of fluid-applied air and water barriers since the early days of the North American Passive House movement.

Special Passive House Component Episode: Adrian Dymarczyk of Ikon Windows + Doors

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Zack interviews Adrian Dymarczyk, founder of Ikon Windows + Doors, a Champion Sponsor of PHA and supplier of high-performance European fenestration with a home base in the eastern tri-state region.

Special Passive House Component Episode: Chris Benedict + Zak Veres, Sto Corp.

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Zack interviews Chris Benedict of Chris Benedict R.A. and Zak Veres of Sto Corp. about the Casa Pasiva building retrofit that incorporates Sto's EIFS system, as well as the future of innovation in PH.

Special Passive House Component Episode: Rob Conboy, Glavel (October 2022 Update)

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Zack talks to co-founder and CEO of Glavel, Rob Conboy, to discuss Glavel's new production facility and the steps they took to make products with clean energy, reducing the embodied carbon of the material.

Special Passive House Component Episode: Mahnaz Nikbakht + Robert Blount, ROCKWOOL North America

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Zack catches up with Mahnaz Nikbakht and Robert Blount of ROCKWOOL North America.

Special Passive House Component Episode: Adam White, Intelligent Membranes

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Zack interviews Adam White, CEO and Founder of Intelligent Membranes, maker of the Passive Purple line of intelligent liquid membranes for Passive House airtightness and water and vapor management.

Special Passive House Component Episode: Sam Meyers, Retrotec

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Zack Semke interviews Sam Meyers, Building Scientist at Retrotec. Sam speaks about his product development and training roles at the company, and his use of blower door tests.

Special Passive House Component Episode: Akshayaa Kariyakkar + Jeremy Latriano, Lamilux

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Passive House Podcast cohost Zack Semke interviews Akshayaa Kariyakkar and Jeremy Latriano, Daylighting Product Consultants with Lamilux.

Passive House Podcast Ep. 132: Voya Milasinovic, Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US

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Passive House Podcast cohost Zack Semke interviews Voya Milasinovic, Manager of Performance Construction and Electrification at Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US.

Special Passive House Component Episode: David Boyer, Pat Downey, and Paul Grahovac, PROSOCO

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Zack Semke interviews David Boyer, Pat Downey, and Paul Grahovac of PROSOCO, a leading producer of air and water barriers for PH projects via its R-Guard line of fluid-applied membranes.

Special Passive House Component Episode: Alfred Jury, EuroLine Windows

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In this special Passive House Component Podcast Episode, Passive House Podcast cohost Zack Semke interviews Alfred Jury, Certified Passive House Consultant at EuroLine Windows.