In this episode we get to connect with Al Mitchel from PHIUS. He was a great guest and really had great insight for us in what Passive House looks like the US.

(2:20) Why did Al choose to work for PHIUS?

(4:10) What PHIUS is focusing on currently

(8:35) How to make architecture in the passive house world beautiful

(11:08) Most common obstacles for building high performance housing

(19:48) Climate Specific Energy Optimization Guideline Breakdown

(29:02) 80% of the buildings built right now will be around until 2050

(32:18) Multi-family housing is the best way to optimize energy-wise

(38:12) Pumpkin Launching Competition

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