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Christian Kienapfel, founder of PARAVANT Architects and member of Passive House California tells us how Passive House can boost fire resilience in a new article World Architecture. Read more: hubs.ly/Q038F3mf0

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We're wishing a very happy birthday to our incredible Administrative Coordinator, Holly Hinchliffe! From streamlining our internal systems to keeping track of our members to updating our website with a splash of Passive House flair, Holly helps the entire community do what we do best!

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🚫 #MythBusted: Passive House buildings don’t need thick walls! #PassiveHouse focuses on energy-efficient, well-insulated walls, with thickness depending on construction type and climate. PHPP helps designers calculate optimal U-values and wall thickness based on factors. ow.ly/piYV50V59aX

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Passive House has established itself as the building electrification standard. Learn about the why and what of PHI’s PER assessment and how you can optimize your building’s performance in our latest blog post: passivehousenetwork.org/featured/the...

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Another fabulous bill supported by @phnetwork.bsky.social in @WAState to remove barriers to #BuildBetter. Props to local housing legislators: @davina425.bsky.social and advocates @robharrisoncphc.bsky.social @danbertolet.bsky.social Cc. @asmchrisward.bsky.social (you’re not alone! :)

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Just testified before the Washington State Legislature in support of HB 1183, a fantastic bill that will remove barriers to Passive House. 1/ app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?...

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There's a new Case Study available in our Case Study Library. Check out the Bozeman #PassiveHouse, designed by Love | Schack Architecture, along with other projects here: passivehousenetwork.org/case-studies/

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Passive House It’s Not Just for Houses! Often conjuring images of single-family suburbia, #PassiveHouse goes far beyond the neighbourhood block. Discover three versatile builds in this article by @phnetwork.bsky.social that showcase the standard's broad applicability. 👉 ow.ly/AGco50UYlHz

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Passive House goes far beyond the neighborhood block. Check out these three recent builds that show you how Passive House can apply to any building for any purpose, including a school, a hotel, and an office building. Read more on our blog: hubs.ly/Q036gbjx0

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Save the date: The 28th Int'l Passive House Conference is in Essen, Germany, on April 24-25, 2026!🎉 Workshops will precede the conference, followed by excursions on April 26. The theme is "Driving Transformation with Energy Efficiency." 📣Stay tuned for the call for papers! passivehouseconference.org

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It's time to take our #energy transition into our own hands. Join us on February 19th from Noon-2PM ET for our next live-online Specialized Course, #Electrification & #Decarbonization with #PassiveHouse. Learn more and register: passivehousenetwork.org/product/elec...

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We’re excited to join the Bluesky community! Keep up with us for the latest in #PassiveHouse design, innovation, and impact. Whether you're an architect, builder, policymaker, or just curious, this is the place for you. Let’s build a better future together!

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We caught up with Jason Scheurer from Passive House California and BEST Techs Contracting for our new interview series, Across the Network. passivehousenetwork.org/across-the-n...

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We need electrify our grid, protect ourselves from global instability, and insulate ourselves from higher energy costs. With #wind and #solar on the rise, we're closer than ever before, and #PassiveHouse can help get there. Read more on our blog: hubs.ly/Q0355DHQ0 #tariffs

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No more Doomscrolling. Instead, we're building, designing, and training. Spread the word about Passive House, protect your community, and take the future of our climate into your own hands. The next CPHD cohort starts April 10th. Join us: passivehousenetwork.org/designer-tra...

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Our thoughts remain with the people of Los Angeles as the area continues to reckon with the damage caused by the #wildfires. As those affected by the smoke and flames look towards rebuilding, we have gathered a selection of articles that look to #PassiveHouse as an ideal choice.

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Looking for more information on fire resilience and rebuilding with Passive House? The recording of our latest event, PHN Presents: #PassiveHouse & #FireResilience with @andrewmichler.bsky.social is now available. www.youtube.com/watch?v=QyH2...

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The Passive House Network acknowledges that environmental injustice is deeply bound with racial and economic inequalities. On MLK Day, we acknowledge that we have a long way to go towards a more just and equal society. We believe that Passive House can help us get there.

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Join us for our next free online webinar, PHN Presents: Passive House & Wildfire Resilience. Learn how to build forward with featured presenters Birgitte Messerschmidt from the National Fire Protection Agency and Andrew Michler from Hyperlocal Workshop. Register here: hubs.ly/Q032WwzC0

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#buildbackbetter #passivehouse #energyefficiencyfirst we know how to do it. The experts are ready to go. Fund building better!!!

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the passive house standard is not only more resilient in the face of wildfire - but also wildfire smoke, mold & condensation, thermal discomfort, energy spikes, cold snaps, and we can even reduce overheating. it should be the baseline for all new construction. www.tiktok.com/@cbsnews/vid...

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Did you catch Johnny Rezvani and Passive House on the CBS Evening News? As communities in Los Angeles make plans to rebuild, many are looking to Passive House, which emerged as a fire smart choice for those in Colorado rebuilding from the 2021 Marshall Fire. Watch the segment: hubs.ly/Q032XSf-0

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Join us for our next free online webinar, PHN Presents: Passive House & Wildfire Resilience. Learn how to build forward with featured presenters Birgitte Messerschmidt from the National Fire Protection Agency and Andrew Michler from Hyperlocal Workshop. Register here: hubs.ly/Q032WwzC0

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Catch a segment on Passive House on CBS News tonight! www.tiktok.com/t/ZT2JHnSGQ/

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If you're waiting for a sign, this is it. Today, almost 80 students begin their CPHD Training at the kickoff of the Winter Cohort. It's our biggest cohort ever, because the risks have never been clearer. There's still time for you to join them. Register now: passivehousenetwork.org/designer-tra...

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Fire Smart Building and Passive House make an ideal pair. Check out a list of ways that Passive House can make your buildings more wildfire resilient: passivehousenetwork.org/featured/fir...

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Looking for more info on Passive House and fire resilience? @holz-bau.bsky.social and other PH community members spoke with Mansion Global: www.mansionglobal.com/articles/pas...

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After the Marshall Fire broke out in Boulder, Colorado, in 2021, a community was faced with the question of how to #rebuild. Many #designers, #builders, and #homeowners turned to #PassiveHouse. These are there stories: passivehousenetwork.org/featured/how...

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On January 8th, 2025, as a ring of wildfires devastated sections of Los Angeles, California’s Codes and Standards presented their first update of proposed measures being considered for the 2028 energy code. PHN Policy Director Bronwyn Barry offers comments on our blog: hubs.ly/Q031ZHyG0

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DYK that California’s building & energy code does NOT require blower door testing for new homes? The need for #Smoketight buildings in California is real, and more urgent than ever ( and is why I advocate so actively for #Passivhaus alternate compliance pathways.)

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We offer our heartfelt support to those affected by the ongoing #LAFires. More than that, we offer our actions. Read more on our blog: passivehousenetwork.org/featured/pas... #climatechange #climatecrisis #wildfires #climateaction

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#climatechange and the #polarvortex are bringing extreme winter weather to places that aren't used to the snow. Find out why, and how #passivehouse can help, on our latest blog post: passivehousenetwork.org/featured/pas...

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New Year's decluttering can mean more than donating the clothes in your closet or finally organizing your Tupperware drawer. Create designs that spark joy. Our next Certified #PassiveHouse Designer training kicks off on Jan 16th. Learn more: passivehousenetwork.org/designer-tra... #architecture

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come check out my @phnetwork.bsky.social presentation on my book, building for people, and how we can build more livable, more community-oriented,more family friendly, and more climate adaptive buildings and neighborhoods. good stuff for the new year. LFG! youtu.be/sn0ADl3YpHI?...

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You’re on a journey to bring safe, hygienic, efficient buildings to your community–and we want to tell the world about it. Here are 5 ways to showcase your Passive House Knowledge with PHN. passivehousenetwork.org/featured/5-w...

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Our recording of Building for People with @holz-bau.bsky.social is now live! Learn about low-carbon ecodistricts that directly and equitably address our housing shortages while planning for climate change. Watch the video: passivehousenetwork.org/phn-presents/

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Hit the ground running in the new year! Certified #PassiveHouse Designer Training starts January 16th, with a flexible mix of on-demand and live-online content suited for your schedule. Learn more: passivehousenetwork.org/designer-tra...

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This year, we broke training records, held countless online events, expanded our course catalogue, and broadened our community. We reaffirmed the importance of creating safe, comfortable, climate resilient spaces to live and work in. Find the full 2024 run-down on our blog: hubs.ly/Q0301h2q0

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PHN Presents: Building for People - starting today at NOON ET! Register and join us - passivehousenetwork.org/phn-presents/

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PHN Members can now enjoy 15% off all Specialized Courses--including tomorrow's Multifamily Course! Not a member yet? Join now! passivehousenetwork.org/plans/indivi...

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We're back online!

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We're experiencing some technical difficulties with our website today. Thanks for your patience as we work to resolve the issue.

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Sharing our top 5 favorite drivers of Passive House. Was it even a competition?

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We're supper excited to talk to @holz-bau.bsky.social about his new book on Dec 17th! Join us for PHN Presents: Building for People and make sure you order your copy today! passivehousenetwork.org/phn-presents/

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Looking to deliver #Multifamily #PassiveHouse? Join our next live-online course on Dec 12th, 2-5PM ET. Learn more: passivehousenetwork.org/product/mult...

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PHCA Webinar on Right-Sizing Plumbing starting soon--join us! us02web.zoom.us/j/87564490844

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