Registration ends Sept. 1

Earn 1 LU/HSW

Learn the basic principles and best practices of Passive House construction in this one-hour introductory course. The Passive House Construction Primer is a slightly more technical version of our original Primer, and is ideal for contractors, tradespeople, and anyone else interested in gaining an overview of high-performance construction strategies.

This course provides an overview of the following principles of Passive House design and construction, and offers tips for their successful implementation:

• Airtight Construction

• Continuous Insulation

• Thermal Bridge-Free Construction

• High-Performance Windows & Doors

• Energy Recovery Ventilation

Instructor: George Kontaroudis, AIA, LEED AP, CPHD, Senior Project Manager, Morris Adjmi Architects

This training was developed in partnership with PHN– the Passive House network – as part of a comprehensive pathway of Passive House education and certification. Learn more about PHN’s courses here.