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SUMMARY:An Introduction to Passive House
DESCRIPTION:Passive House goals and methodology change how architects and builders think and work\, making the architectural design a driver of climate\, health\, and social solutions. This course dives into the basic principles\, history\, certification\, costs\, systems\, and applications of Passive House\, including the new frontiers of Passive House design as it continues to challenge and change industry expectations. \nTo attend the entire Passive House Standard (8 Part Series) enroll here.\n \nAgenda: \n\nIntroduction and safety message\nWhy Passive House?\nWhat’s the Logic of Passive House?\nPassive House Methodology\nThe Tools\nExamples\n\nThe objective of this course is that at the conclusion\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe the goals of Passive House performance\, including hygienic ventilation\, thermal comfort\, durability\, energy efficiency\, resilience\, and affordability.\nOutline the five fundamental principles of Passive House design and how each contributes to reaching occupant health\, safety\, and welfare goals\nDescribe how Passive House tools and methodology deliver predictable\, high-quality results\, allowing heating & cooling system sizing to be reduced by 75% typically\nOutline how Passive House methods have been adapted and grown to include practically every building type while addressing all climate zones\, from factories in Sri Lanka to office towers in Boston
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/an-introduction-to-passive-house/
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CATEGORIES:Pacific Gas & Electric
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