March 30 @ 12:00 - 1:00
The comprehensive course, organized into easy to digest chapters, will introduce participants to the proper use of the PHPP within the context of a residential building project. This course will be useful to anyone looking to better understand this powerful and important piece of the Passive House toolkit.
FREE
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March 30 @ 12:00 - 1:00
This session features Jan Steiger, Head of the Tools department, together with Dragos Arnautu and Aurelia Lippolis to speak about DesignPH and bim2PH.
FREE
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March 31 @ 4:00 - 5:00
A group discussion of the pros and cons of burning wood in a tight home. Passive House standards say no combustion, but clients keep asking for them. We'll discuss what's worked and what hasn't worked with designers and builders who have installed these various products.
FREE
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Check for green building programs - webinars, workshops, training, happy hours galore -
on the CTPH website calendar which includes these programs and more.
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March 30 @ 1:00 - 2:00
Review both operational and embodied carbon studies to understand how enclosure material choices can play a major role in an overall carbon reduction through improved operational efficiency, embodied carbon reduction, and extending the lifespan of the building.
FREE
CEUs: 1 AIA LU
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March 30 @ 6:30 PM
Join a discussion of the important role municipal action plays in achieving a just and equitable transition to 100% clean and renewable energy in Connecticut. Leaders from several Connecticut towns including Branford, Fairfield, Hartford, and West Hartford will share actions they have taken to adopt clean energy, how it is benefitting their communities, and their future plans for clean energy.
Cohosted by Sierra Club CT, PACE, and CT Energy Network
FREE
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March 31 @ 9:00 - 10:30
The importance of envelope retrofits featuring two case studies representing two primary types of envelope recladding; rainscreens, and exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS). An overview of the application of each system, including the benefits of each, and how best to address common challenges.
FREE
CEUs: 1.5 AIA LU
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AIA Connecticut's Sustainable Architecture Month
April 7 @ 3:00 Architectural Bamboo in the Age of Digital Fabrication
April 8 @ 3:00 Sustainable Systems for Custom Residences
April 15 @ 3:00 NetZero: Residential Design
April 19 @ 1:30 COTE Roundtable: Climate Change and the AEC Industry
April 20 @ 3:00 AIAU Live Action Climate: 2030 Program
April 21@ 3:30 Allied Advisory Panel Discussion: Climate Change & Building
April 22 @ 3:00 NetZero: School Projects
April 27 @ 3:00 AIAU Live Action Climate: Resilience + Adaption
April 28 @ 3:00 Equity Through Green Design
April 29 @ 6:00 Movie Event: Time To Choose
Check here for up-to-date program information
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April 19-22
Each day of the Summit will cover one of four main topics in an effort to bring more awareness to what components and practices can create a solid mechanical system across different climates.
PHIUS will offer both pre-recorded, on-demand content and a live panel Q&A discussion for each day of the Summit. Attendees will hear from those involved in product development, systems design, energy modeling, HVAC installation, and quality assurance. Register here.
Day 1, 4/19: Design Principles / Best Practices
Day 2, 4/20: Gap Solutions / Tools
Day 3, 4/21: Products / Systems Designs
Day 4, 4/22: Earth Day: Zero Energy and Carbon / Electrification
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Register before March 31 for early bird pricing.
A conference designed by and for practitioners in the fields of high-performance building and design, energy efficiency, and renewable energy. It brings more than 1,000 industry leaders and emerging professionals together to learn from and share ideas with each other. Sessions are curated by a volunteer NESEA-Member content committee to ensure that conference sessions are genuinely useful to attendees.
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Architect 2 at Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA)
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Eversource is pleased to offer 50% cost reimbursement of successful accreditation through Passive House Institute (PHI) and Passive House Institute US (PHIUS). See the Passive House Professional Accreditation Reimbursement Application for details.
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April 1-2
Focused on the use of WUFI Passive in design practices for single family projects and is intended to provide shortcuts, critical milestones and pro tips to streamline the process and ensure CPHCs can take advantage of the full capabilities of the software.
The basic WUFI training provided in the CPHC course is a prerequisite for the course and a basic understanding of the software is required.
CEUs: 7 AIA HSW | 8 CPHC
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April 5, 7, 9
PHIUS+ Raters focus on single-family residential projects. The course is geared toward experienced RESNET and BPI professionals, and provides grounding in passive building principles as well as a guide to onsite quality assurance for the PHIUS+ program.
CEUs: 14 RESNET CEU | 18 CPHC CEU
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Phase II Begins April 12
(must complete Phase I first)
Learn to design to the PHIUS+ climate-specific building standard.
Phase I -- Online self-paced: Pre-recorded videos and modules featuring experienced PHIUS instructors; comprising about 35-40 hours of learning material. Complete prior to the Phase II training.
Phase II -- Online Live: Design exercises, and WUFI Passive and THERM software training, 3 hours per day over two weeks
CEUs: Phase I: 40 AIA LU/HSW & Phase II: 40 AIA LU/HSW | 32 GBCI | 37.13 BPI
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April 26, 28, & 30
PHIUS+ Raters focus on single-family residential projects. The course is geared toward experienced RESNET and BPI professionals, and provides grounding in passive building principles as well as a guide to onsite quality assurance for the PHIUS+ program.
CEUs: 14 AIA HSW | 14 RESNET CEU | 18 CPHC CEU
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(April class is full)
Begins May 10
The PHIUS CPHB training program prepares construction professionals to meet the passive house challenge. Topics range from design theory and climate-specific detailing to materials, techniques, project management, and quality assurance.
Phase I: An 8-hour online prep course completed prior to the Phase II training
Phase II: Live instruction for 8 days, online delivery, 3 hours per day over two weeks
CEUs: 32.5 CPHC / 32.5 AIA HSW / 12.75 BPI
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On Demand
Passive House goals and methodology change the way architects and builders think and work, making the architecture itself a driver of climate, health, and social solutions. NAPHN Executive Director, Ken Levenson, dives into the basic principles, history, and the new frontiers of Passive House as it continues to challenge and change industry expectations.
FREE
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On Demand
This is a core Passive House training and is appropriate for a wide range of building professionals and stakeholders that want to know the guts of what makes Passive House tick and build a foundation of knowledge to integrate Passive House to meet your personal goals. Student profiles include architects, MEP and structural engineers, facade, energy and sustainability consultants, contractors, developers, policymakers, regulators, and more.
CEUs: 35 AIA LU/HSWs
**CTPH Members - Don't forget to use your NAPHN discount code.
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** CTPH Member perk! **
NAPHN has kindly offered a $50 discount for
CPHD/C Live-Online Training and their new CPHD On-Demand training.
Look for your 3/15 Member Exclusive email for the discount code.
Email us if you didn't receive it.
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What's Next for Building Science and Passive House Socials and Community-Building?
Thursday, April 1 @ 11:00 AM EST
What's next for online building science and Passive House socials and community-building?
Participate in plotting Passive House promulgation for Quarter 2 and beyond!
Register here.
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Tuesdays @ 7:00 PM
March 30 | Scott Farbman, Building Performance Analyst talks about the First PHIUS Rehab project in Chicago. He works with teams to create data-driven design and building systems decisions for ultra-efficient buildings, and performs technical reviews of LEED and Passive House buildings.
Join 15 minutes early for pre-show networking and stick around for Overtime.
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Wednesdays @ 7:00 PM
March 31 | Shannon Pendleton, Ilka Cassidy & Angela Iraldi will present on the Silvergreen Passive House project, a PHIUS+ 2018 precertified Passive House project utilizing prefabricated elements, factory-installed windows, and ecological landscape design.
Video from past Happy Hours
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Thursdays @ 6:00-7:30PM
April 1 | Book Club a Book Club discussion of Jacob Racusin’s Essential Building Science: Understanding Energy and Moisture in High Performance House Design. ( Buy it here) The author will be with us to field questions and several audience regulars will contribute as panelists.
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New episodes Mondays
March 29 | Kate Nason, Atelier Ten A Passive House pioneer in Melbourne, Australia, Kate works for the international environmental design consultancy, Atelier Ten, and serves on the board of the Australian Passive House Association. Hear about her journey into architecture, how she discovered Passive House, and her vision for the future of her industry in Australia.
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New episodes Saturdays
"A podcast and YouTube channel where I interview people in the Passive House, net-zero, and overall better construction industry on topics like design and construction techniques, products, and details that lead to a better-built environment. There is a new interview every week."
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Email calendar@ctpassivehouse.org to include your event on our calendar.
Email newsletter@ctpassivehouse.org if you have an item for our newsletter.
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Membership
Connect with a community of like-minded professionals. We share resources, education, and the knowledge and skill sets of our peers.
Member perks include a listing on the Member Directory, projects posted on the CTPH website, free or discounted admission to CTPH events, discounts to partner events, and access to members only resources. Join today!
Sponsorship
Interested in becoming a Sponsor? Email info@ctpassivehouse.org to learn about Event and Annual Sponsor opportunities.
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