kevin @ think | design | consult
@thinkph.bsky.social
Passiv Haus - Passive House
Urban and small town life
Building science
Politics as it serves better communities.
Building for the real world.
Urban and small town life
Building science
Politics as it serves better communities.
Building for the real world.
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📘 New from Passivhaus Trust: A Retrofit Costs Comparison examines real-world social housing data to compare retrofit costs across EnerPHit, Energiesprong, and AECB CarbonLite. Findings show EnerPHit offers strong value, quality assurance, and a clear path to net zero.
👉 https://ow.ly/eOjZ50Y1bNl
👉 https://ow.ly/eOjZ50Y1bNl
January 23, 2026 at 2:58 PM
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"Whilst the Warm Home Plan is an important step towards decarbonising our homes, heating alone does not deliver warm, comfortable homes that are affordable to run. "
Read our response to the Warm Homes Plan: https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/news/detail/?nId=1529
AECB UK Green Building Council
Read our response to the Warm Homes Plan: https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/news/detail/?nId=1529
AECB UK Green Building Council
January 23, 2026 at 10:17 AM
"Whilst the Warm Home Plan is an important step towards decarbonising our homes, heating alone does not deliver warm, comfortable homes that are affordable to run. "
Read our response to the Warm Homes Plan: https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/news/detail/?nId=1529
AECB UK Green Building Council
Read our response to the Warm Homes Plan: https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/news/detail/?nId=1529
AECB UK Green Building Council
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I just registered for the Passive House Canada conference, June 17-19th, in the new #PassiveHouse dormitory at the University of Victoria. See you there!
conference.passivehousecanada.com
conference.passivehousecanada.com
Passive House Canada Conference
By Design! Transform the Built Environment. Coming to Victoria, BC, June 2024.
conference.passivehousecanada.com
April 18, 2024 at 12:02 AM
I just registered for the Passive House Canada conference, June 17-19th, in the new #PassiveHouse dormitory at the University of Victoria. See you there!
conference.passivehousecanada.com
conference.passivehousecanada.com
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🔍Looking for in-depth insights on #PassiveHouse topics? Our collection of Fact Sheets on #Passipedia covers a wide range of subjects, from #EnergyEfficiency to building automation, summer comfort, and much more!
👉 https://passipedia.org/phi_publications
👉 https://passipedia.org/phi_publications
January 21, 2026 at 2:02 PM
🔍Looking for in-depth insights on #PassiveHouse topics? Our collection of Fact Sheets on #Passipedia covers a wide range of subjects, from #EnergyEfficiency to building automation, summer comfort, and much more!
👉 https://passipedia.org/phi_publications
👉 https://passipedia.org/phi_publications
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We are exceptionally proud to be building council homes of the highest quality across the city. Our new homes are built to Passivhaus standard, meaning we’re leading the way with innovative, environmentally friendly house-building to lower bills and meet our ambitious climate goals 🏡
January 22, 2026 at 1:31 PM
We are exceptionally proud to be building council homes of the highest quality across the city. Our new homes are built to Passivhaus standard, meaning we’re leading the way with innovative, environmentally friendly house-building to lower bills and meet our ambitious climate goals 🏡
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🔍 New on Passipedia (iPHA members only)
An article comparing HVAC & ventilation systems in #PassiveHouse buildings — analysing energy demand, CO₂ emissions, and life-cycle costs using dynamic simulations.
https://ow.ly/gxNM50Y172k
An article comparing HVAC & ventilation systems in #PassiveHouse buildings — analysing energy demand, CO₂ emissions, and life-cycle costs using dynamic simulations.
https://ow.ly/gxNM50Y172k
January 22, 2026 at 4:02 PM
🔍 New on Passipedia (iPHA members only)
An article comparing HVAC & ventilation systems in #PassiveHouse buildings — analysing energy demand, CO₂ emissions, and life-cycle costs using dynamic simulations.
https://ow.ly/gxNM50Y172k
An article comparing HVAC & ventilation systems in #PassiveHouse buildings — analysing energy demand, CO₂ emissions, and life-cycle costs using dynamic simulations.
https://ow.ly/gxNM50Y172k
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largest passivhaus in Europe, first passivhaus concert hall (i wonder how that improves acoustics)
pretty rad
www.maxfordham.com/projects/the...
pretty rad
www.maxfordham.com/projects/the...
The Stephen A. Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities - Max Fordham
The Schwarzman Centre, designed by Hopkins Architects with Max Fordham as the M&E engineers, acoustic and lighting designers, and contractor-side Passivhaus advisors for Laing O’Rourke, is a major...
www.maxfordham.com
January 22, 2026 at 4:16 PM
largest passivhaus in Europe, first passivhaus concert hall (i wonder how that improves acoustics)
pretty rad
www.maxfordham.com/projects/the...
pretty rad
www.maxfordham.com/projects/the...
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Free Webinar: 2025 California Energy Code & Passive House, February 10, 1:30 - 3:30pm PT buff.ly/V58uST0 #3CREN #PassiveHouse #energycode #buildingcodes #building #design #construction #energy #energyefficiency #electrification #California #free #greenbuilding
Free Webinar: 2025 California Energy Code & Passive House, February 10, 1:30 - 3:30 pm PT - Green Building Events - Rate It Green
This course will provide an overview of how the 2025 California Title 24, Part 6 code addresses Passive House concepts. We will examine the basic principles,...
buff.ly
January 22, 2026 at 6:03 PM
Free Webinar: 2025 California Energy Code & Passive House, February 10, 1:30 - 3:30pm PT buff.ly/V58uST0 #3CREN #PassiveHouse #energycode #buildingcodes #building #design #construction #energy #energyefficiency #electrification #California #free #greenbuilding
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🤔What next for the Scottish Passivhaus Equivalent?
The Scottish Government's latest progress report suggests the policy is on track to make significant changes to building standards. A Stage 2 policy consultation is due later in 2026.
https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/news/detail/?nId=1528
The Scottish Government's latest progress report suggests the policy is on track to make significant changes to building standards. A Stage 2 policy consultation is due later in 2026.
https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/news/detail/?nId=1528
January 22, 2026 at 7:00 AM
🤔What next for the Scottish Passivhaus Equivalent?
The Scottish Government's latest progress report suggests the policy is on track to make significant changes to building standards. A Stage 2 policy consultation is due later in 2026.
https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/news/detail/?nId=1528
The Scottish Government's latest progress report suggests the policy is on track to make significant changes to building standards. A Stage 2 policy consultation is due later in 2026.
https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/news/detail/?nId=1528
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🌧️Brrr!! Our January newsletter is out now.
The Science of the Art of Stoßlüften - Difficult Buildings - The EnerPHit component method - Her Retrofit Space - Wintering - & more!
mailchi.mp/ggbec/gre...
@passivpaul.bsky.social Ellora Coupe Passivhaus Trust
The Science of the Art of Stoßlüften - Difficult Buildings - The EnerPHit component method - Her Retrofit Space - Wintering - & more!
mailchi.mp/ggbec/gre...
@passivpaul.bsky.social Ellora Coupe Passivhaus Trust
January 22, 2026 at 12:00 PM
🌧️Brrr!! Our January newsletter is out now.
The Science of the Art of Stoßlüften - Difficult Buildings - The EnerPHit component method - Her Retrofit Space - Wintering - & more!
mailchi.mp/ggbec/gre...
@passivpaul.bsky.social Ellora Coupe Passivhaus Trust
The Science of the Art of Stoßlüften - Difficult Buildings - The EnerPHit component method - Her Retrofit Space - Wintering - & more!
mailchi.mp/ggbec/gre...
@passivpaul.bsky.social Ellora Coupe Passivhaus Trust
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🎧 New episode alert! The first Marketing Passivhaus episode of 2026 features Prof. Dr Wolfgang Feist, co-originator of the #PassiveHouse standard. With host James E. Turner he explores its origins, growth, challenges, and future.
👉 https://ow.ly/9ryF50Y17OS
👉 https://ow.ly/9ryF50Y17OS
Delighted to share the first Marketing Passivhaus episode of 2026, with Wolfgang Feist, co-orginator of the Passivhaus standard and founder of the Passive House Institute | iPHA, as my guest.
We… | James E. Turner
Delighted to share the first Marketing Passivhaus episode of 2026, with Wolfgang Feist, co-orginator of the Passivhaus standard and founder of the Passive House Institute | iPHA, as my guest.
We discuss the spread of the Passivhaus concept from its very inception (with an interesting origin story) to the present day, considering what's pushing it forward, what's holding it back, and what we can do to help it along.
Welcome back, as it were, and hope you enjoy :)
Listen wherever you usually listen to podcasts, or on the episode page, which I'll link to below.
If you like what you hear,...
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January 22, 2026 at 1:25 PM
🎧 New episode alert! The first Marketing Passivhaus episode of 2026 features Prof. Dr Wolfgang Feist, co-originator of the #PassiveHouse standard. With host James E. Turner he explores its origins, growth, challenges, and future.
👉 https://ow.ly/9ryF50Y17OS
👉 https://ow.ly/9ryF50Y17OS
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From Nero to zero
The historic Roman city of York embarked on an ambitious programme to redefine #councilhousing, building 450 mixed-tenure #passivehouses across the city, and unashamedly prioritising walking and cycling, and shared outdoor #greenspaces, over cars.
mailchi.mp/passivehouse...
The historic Roman city of York embarked on an ambitious programme to redefine #councilhousing, building 450 mixed-tenure #passivehouses across the city, and unashamedly prioritising walking and cycling, and shared outdoor #greenspaces, over cars.
mailchi.mp/passivehouse...
January 22, 2026 at 3:30 PM
From Nero to zero
The historic Roman city of York embarked on an ambitious programme to redefine #councilhousing, building 450 mixed-tenure #passivehouses across the city, and unashamedly prioritising walking and cycling, and shared outdoor #greenspaces, over cars.
mailchi.mp/passivehouse...
The historic Roman city of York embarked on an ambitious programme to redefine #councilhousing, building 450 mixed-tenure #passivehouses across the city, and unashamedly prioritising walking and cycling, and shared outdoor #greenspaces, over cars.
mailchi.mp/passivehouse...
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We've got about 10 seats left for next week's Climate Migration in Maine event, hosted in partnership with E2Tech. Hear from our expert panelists as they explore trends in climate-driven migration related to our state.
Get your spot now: passivhausmaine.org/mini/climate...
Get your spot now: passivhausmaine.org/mini/climate...
January 21, 2026 at 9:38 PM
We've got about 10 seats left for next week's Climate Migration in Maine event, hosted in partnership with E2Tech. Hear from our expert panelists as they explore trends in climate-driven migration related to our state.
Get your spot now: passivhausmaine.org/mini/climate...
Get your spot now: passivhausmaine.org/mini/climate...
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📬 Our January newsletter has dropped! 📬
In this issue you’ll find important Conference updates, in-person opportunities, a feature on bio-materials and more award winning projects.
Read it all here: https://mailchi.mp/passivehousecanada.com/passive-house-news-10141185?e=f4bdb50f78
In this issue you’ll find important Conference updates, in-person opportunities, a feature on bio-materials and more award winning projects.
Read it all here: https://mailchi.mp/passivehousecanada.com/passive-house-news-10141185?e=f4bdb50f78
January 20, 2026 at 3:55 PM
📬 Our January newsletter has dropped! 📬
In this issue you’ll find important Conference updates, in-person opportunities, a feature on bio-materials and more award winning projects.
Read it all here: https://mailchi.mp/passivehousecanada.com/passive-house-news-10141185?e=f4bdb50f78
In this issue you’ll find important Conference updates, in-person opportunities, a feature on bio-materials and more award winning projects.
Read it all here: https://mailchi.mp/passivehousecanada.com/passive-house-news-10141185?e=f4bdb50f78
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Passive House Strategies in Very Cold, Alpine & Arctic Climates, January 22, 12pm MT buff.ly/WazbfS5 @EmuBldgScience #PassiveHouse #buildings #construction #energyefficiency #energy #comfort #resilience #HVAC #heating #moisture #health #airtightness #greenbuilding
Passive House Strategies in Very Cold, Alpine, and Arctic Climates, January 22, 12 pm MT - Green Building Events - Rate It Green
This presentation explores applying Passive House building science to create highly durable, energy-efficient, and comfortable structures in very cold, alpine,...
buff.ly
January 20, 2026 at 4:03 PM
Passive House Strategies in Very Cold, Alpine & Arctic Climates, January 22, 12pm MT buff.ly/WazbfS5 @EmuBldgScience #PassiveHouse #buildings #construction #energyefficiency #energy #comfort #resilience #HVAC #heating #moisture #health #airtightness #greenbuilding
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oh hey small life update.
RIP larch lab. we're going to build a better world.
RIP larch lab. we're going to build a better world.
January 20, 2026 at 6:56 PM
oh hey small life update.
RIP larch lab. we're going to build a better world.
RIP larch lab. we're going to build a better world.
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Insulation, what where and how www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/acan-retro...
January 20, 2026 at 7:53 AM
Insulation, what where and how www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/acan-retro...
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single stair mass timber passivhaus prefab straw panel social housing. 👀
January 20, 2026 at 9:22 AM
single stair mass timber passivhaus prefab straw panel social housing. 👀
Excellent 🧵
Straw houses that cannot be blown down…
Straw houses that cannot be blown down…
Collective #strawhouse normality in France cartographiepaille.arpenormandie.org/map#/fiche/H...
January 20, 2026 at 3:11 PM
Excellent 🧵
Straw houses that cannot be blown down…
Straw houses that cannot be blown down…
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Collective #strawhouse normality in France cartographiepaille.arpenormandie.org/map#/fiche/H...
January 20, 2026 at 8:53 AM
Collective #strawhouse normality in France cartographiepaille.arpenormandie.org/map#/fiche/H...
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Why an overlooked farm byproduct may be Canada’s most scalable low-carbon building solution www.passivehousecanada.com/will-straw-g...
Will Straw Grow up to Save the Planet? - Passive House Canada | Maison Passive Canada
Why an overlooked farm byproduct may be Canada’s most scalable low-carbon building solution Every year, farms across the country leave behind a residue so abundant that millions of tonnes never... Rea...
www.passivehousecanada.com
January 20, 2026 at 3:01 PM
Why an overlooked farm byproduct may be Canada’s most scalable low-carbon building solution www.passivehousecanada.com/will-straw-g...
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EnerPHit retrofits for all Canadian schools.
Which includes high quality ventilation.
Which includes high quality ventilation.
Important read on schools and transmission of viral illnesses.
substack.com/home/post/p-...
substack.com/home/post/p-...
The School Engine Behind Flu and COVID — and Why Clean Air for Kids Is the Missing Public Health Tool
Every winter we treat flu season as if it were driven by weather, chance, or holiday travel.
substack.com
January 18, 2026 at 9:27 PM
EnerPHit retrofits for all Canadian schools.
Which includes high quality ventilation.
Which includes high quality ventilation.
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passivhaus retrofits and heat pumps solve this
Europe is America's biggest customer for fossil gas exports, by a pretty decent margin. One hell of a time to be directly antagonising and alienating the key customer for the already-shaky LNG boom in the US
www.netzeroinvestor.net/news-and-vie...
www.netzeroinvestor.net/news-and-vie...
January 18, 2026 at 3:20 PM
passivhaus retrofits and heat pumps solve this
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First new #Marketing #Passivhaus episode of the year, with Dr. Wolfgang Feist, founder of the @passivhausinstitut.bsky.social and co-originator of the #PassiveHouse standard.
Listen to the full episode here => marketingpassivhaus.com/episodes/dr-...
Listen to the full episode here => marketingpassivhaus.com/episodes/dr-...
January 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM
First new #Marketing #Passivhaus episode of the year, with Dr. Wolfgang Feist, founder of the @passivhausinstitut.bsky.social and co-originator of the #PassiveHouse standard.
Listen to the full episode here => marketingpassivhaus.com/episodes/dr-...
Listen to the full episode here => marketingpassivhaus.com/episodes/dr-...
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Don't look on parisbiobased.eu if you can't handle how far behind your country is in the building transformation.
#biobased #renewablematerials #carbonstorageasproducts
#biobased #renewablematerials #carbonstorageasproducts
January 15, 2026 at 8:14 AM
Don't look on parisbiobased.eu if you can't handle how far behind your country is in the building transformation.
#biobased #renewablematerials #carbonstorageasproducts
#biobased #renewablematerials #carbonstorageasproducts