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Our Rockland training is full, but join us to learn about planning your Maine retrofit project – Friday, Dec. 13 at Royal River Heat Pumps in Freeport. Energy efficient retrofits can present a number of complex and evolving challenges, like financial investment, access issues and overall disruption to using your home. With an upfront understanding of the building and of various practical approaches, meeting a fast track or long-term phased retrofit is totally possible. Join us for a day-long session to get your game plan in place! $25 gets you in for the day, plus lunch and a 1-year membership at phME! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ekZFPREv #homeRetrofit #MaineRetrofit #passiveHouseWorkshop

Don’t miss Maine Indoor Air Quality Council's annual conference, happening Dec. 11 in Augusta! A full day of learning + engagement. Maine Indoor Air Quality Council will put together all the components to design, construct, operate and repair healthy, environmentally-sustainable indoor spaces. Their 2024 event will be full of interactive activities and resources, practical education by presenters from around the continent, opportunities to explore products and services, and of course networking and socializing. Learn more + register: https://lnkd.in/gK3TPNK

New MUBEC guidelines are out! The state’s released its newest Uniform Building and Energy Code, with advancements to make new buildings in Maine more comfortable, energy efficiency and environmental. The state’s Governor’s Office of Policy Innovation and the Future is also set to release its updated 2024 Climate Action Plan, a major strategy of which is to “Modernize Maine's Buildings [making] Energy Efficient, Smart and Cost-Effective Homes and Businesses.” We’re proud of the advocacy work that we’ve led and taken part in to shape Maine’s legislative outlook and codes. Want to be part of the solution? Join the phME BUILDING COALITION. Contact us for more details on the next meeting. And check out the newest guidelines: https://lnkd.in/gF79FmbP #climateSolutions #lowCarbonHousing #passivehouse

Passive House Massachusetts’ 2024 Annual Symposium takes place next month. Happening in South Boston on Dec. 10, registration is open now! Massachusetts is now “All In” on Passive House – this year’s Symposium will build on what we know, and how to continue to improve and ensure successful outcomes. Including... - Analysis of the performance and operations of local passive house projects. - Debate around the opportunities, challenges, and recent developments related to refrigerant-based systems. - Discussions on engaging, educating and expanding the Passive House workforce. And plenty more! Get the full details on the Passive House Massachusetts website: https://lnkd.in/eFmX4zaj #passivehouse #phconference #phmasssymposium

We're going to be celebrating the holiday season on Wed., Dec. 4 at Moderation Brewing, in Brunswick. Join us to socialize and test your expertise with a passive house trivia quiz. And make sure to grab some phME merch! This event is open to all, but tickets are required. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eBCf92aT

All aboard! Our WindowDressers Community Build starts at Wishcamper Barn in Freeport next week. We’re looking for local volunteers to help us construct and deliver low-cost, energy-saving window inserts to help keep our neighbors homes warm and comfy this winter. Positions are still available! As part of the Community Build we need helpers to transport, unload, set up, assemble and wrap… don’t worry, it’s not too technical and anyone can take part. Ready to help your neighbors stay warm and save money this winter? Grab a flexible volunteer shift: https://lnkd.in/eYzQcqyz #windowDressers #communityBuild

We’re excited to welcome Mitsubishi Electric as a phME Silver Sponsor. A long-time supporter of our annual forum, their dedication to electrification and reducing carbon emissions aligns perfectly with our mission. Together, we’re excited to drive forward impactful change toward a sustainable, low-carbon future. Thanks to Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc. for your support! #greenFuture #passivehouse

Join December’s builder training at the Rockland Public Library. A one-day builder training to clarify the myths surrounding the advanced building process - air sealing strategies and thermal bridge mitigation - the newest MUBEC codes - materials to enhance building success - costs and benefits Just $25 for the session. Tues., Dec 3 | 9a - 3p Get the details: https://lnkd.in/euTyZe3u

Aside from working with Mainers, a favourite part of our work is our partnerships- in this case with the German Consulate Boston and E2Tech Maine- We had a great panel focused on scalable housing and retrofit approaches with examples from Germany (Bahnstadt and Sinfonia Innsbruck) and the Tree Streets Development in Lewiston, as well as Yard South in South Portland. Great work with very different circumstances. Lots to learn from each other.

We need art! As we develop the first issue of our passive house journal, we're excited to hear from members of our community about new projects, methods and materials, interesting innovations and practical ideas for Maine homeowners. One thing we need more of: passive house art and design. If you have drawings, drafts, renderings or plans related to sustainable building, building science or passive house, think about sharing them as creative accents and background art for the first issue. Send us a comment or email [email protected] and we'll follow up. #ecoart #sustainabledesign #passivehousedesign #passivehouseart