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BE-Ex Ed offers on-demand content on energy efficiency and high-performance design. Earn continuing education credits while learning how to master your next building project.
From August 1st through 31st, join us for #PassiveHouseSummerSchool.
Take any course for free with code: PHSummer
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Passive House Construction Primer
Ideal for contractors, tradespeople, and anyone involved in construction, this course provides a slightly more detailed introduction to Passive House principles than our classic Primer, and offers strategies for successful implementation.
Course Price: $10 Credits: 1.0 AIA LUHSW
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Climate Mobilization Act Primer
Learn about NYC's new sustainability regulations for buildings– including Local Law 97 emissions limits– along with tips for compliance.
Course Price: $5 Credits: 0.5 AIA LUHSW
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Passive House Primer
This foundational course covers the basics of Passive House – a high-performance, low energy building standard. A great place to start for those new to Passive House, and ideal for audiences of all kinds.
Course Price: $10 Credits: 1.0 AIA LUHSW
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Passive House Module: Airtightness
A good airtight layer keeps out pollution, pests, and allergens, and mitigates moisture and mold issues, ensuring excellent indoor air quality while dramatically cutting energy use. Learn how, in this quick introduction.
Course Price: $5 Credits: 0.5 AIA LUHSW
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Passive House Module: Insulation & Thermal Bridging
Discover insulation materials and techniques that improve thermal comfort, cut energy costs, enhance resilience, and extend the lifespan of building components.
Course Price: $10 Credits: 1.0 AIA LUHSW
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Passive House Module: Windows & Doors
High-performance windows and doors improve thermal comfort and save energy. This module explains how, along with tips for product selection and installation.
Course Price: $10 Credits: 1.0 AIA LUHSW
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Passive House Module: Energy Recovery Ventilation
Passive House buildings are known for excellent indoor air quality, health, and comfort. Learn how energy recovery ventilation systems help yield these results.
Course Price: $10 Credits: 1.0 AIA LUHSW
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Buildings of Excellence: Passive House Retrofits
Two teams from innovative, award-winning Passive House projects describe the retrofit process.
Course Price: $15 Credits: 1.5 AIA LUHSWPHI
Upcoming Live Events
Tuesday, Aug 9, 2022Passive House Fundamentals: AirtightnessWHEN:
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Tuesday, Aug 9 1:00pm - Tuesday, Aug 30, 2022, 2:00pm (EST)
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Tuesday, Aug 16, 2022Passive House Fundamentals: Energy Recovery VentilationWHEN:
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Tuesday, Aug 16 1:00pm - Tuesday, Aug 30, 2022, 2:00pm (EST)
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Thursday, Aug 18, 2022Passive House Project ProcessWHEN:
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Thursday, Aug 18, 2022, 1:00pm - 2:00pm (EST)
WHERE:Online