In this special component spotlight episode of the Passive House Podcast Ilka Cassidy chats with Source 2050 Co-founders Michael Ingui and John Knapp and Passive House expert Shannon Pendleton. They discuss how Source 2050 simplifies sourcing innovative, sustainable products, bridging design and construction to accelerate better building practices. Whether you're an architect, builder, or consultant, this episode is packed with insights to elevate your practice and accelerate sustainable construction.

https://source2050.com/

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In this episode of the Passive House Podcast, Jay Fox and Mary James talk with Crystal Ng, Director of Sustainability at Curtis + Ginsberg. Crystal discusses her first-hand experiences with Passive House projects, the future of geothermal and domestic hot water systems, and the innovative strategies her team is employing to achieve net-zero goals.

https://www.cplusga.com/

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In this episode of the Passive House Podcast, Zack Semke talks with Chris Magwood of RMI. Chris shares his journey from running a design-build company and school in Ontario to becoming a leading voice in embodied carbon and sustainable building practices. The conversation delves into the evolution of green building, the importance of upfront carbon reduction, and the potential of biomaterials to achieve net-zero carbon construction. Chris also highlights tools, research, and insights for advancing climate-positive solutions in residential building.

https://rmi.org/
https://www.reimaginebuildings.com/

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In this episode of the Passive House Podcast, co-host Ilka Cassidy sits down with Chelsey Effinger from GO Logic, Angie Horner and Abby Xerri of Quantum Passivhaus, and Jonah Stanford from B.Public Prefab to explore the Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) process. Together, they discuss the critical intersection of architectural design, energy modeling, and panelized construction. From 3D modeling software to effective collaboration with architects and manufacturers, this conversation unveils the challenges and breakthroughs shaping the future of high-performance building systems.

https://www.gologic.us/

https://www.bpublicprefab.com/

https://www.quantumpassivhaus.com/

https://passivehouseaccelerator.com/events/reimagine-buildings-biomaterials

https://www.reimaginebuildings.com/

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In this episode of the Passive House Podcast Matthew Cutler-Welsh talks with Stephan Mausli, co-owner of Hector Egger New Zealand. Stephan reflects on adapting to the New Zealand housing industry and redefining construction practices. Sharing the stark contrasts between European and New Zealand building standards, the challenges of prefabrication in a developing market, and his passion for delivering high-quality, sustainable housing solutions. 

https://www.hector-egger.ch/de/he-nz

https://www.reimaginebuildings.com/
https://passivehouseaccelerator.com/events/reimagine-buildings-biomaterials

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 In this episode of the Passive House Podcast Mary James talks with David Komet about the journey of turning an underutilized urban site into a state-of-the-art pickleball facility designed with sustainability, community value, and innovative engineering at its core.   David shares how a chance proposal led to a pivot from residential development to creating a Passive House-compliant sports venue. From optimizing land use near highways to integrating materials like AAC panels for thermal mass, we dive into the challenges and benefits of high-performance building design.

https://www.reimaginebuildings.com/
https://passivehouseaccelerator.com/events/reimagine-buildings-biomaterials

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In this episode of the Passive House Podcast, we sit down with James Clarke, General Manager of NZSIP, to explore his journey from high-end construction in London to leading sustainable building innovations in New Zealand. James shares his passion for creating healthier, more resilient homes after a personal encounter with New Zealand's housing challenges. Discover how Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) offer energy efficiency, airtightness, and superior insulation, making them an ideal choice for sustainable and Passive House construction. 

https://nzsip.co.nz/

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In this episode of the Passive House Podcast, Mary James and Ilka Cassidy talk with Joanna Lockhart of Tetra Tech Europe. As the Associate Director of Architecture, Joanna leads a specialized team focused on net zero, whole-life carbon, and circular building approaches. She shares her experience in designing sustainable, low-carbon buildings for the UK’s Ministry of Defense, navigating complex carbon targets, and leveraging circular economy principles.

Tetra Tech Europe https://www.tetratecheurope.com/

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In this special component episode of the Passive House Podcast, Matthew Cutler-Welsh interviews Hugh Whiriskey of Partel. Hugh shares insights into Partel’s approach to energy-efficient building, including updates on their popular ExoPerm 250 membrane and the company’s move towards more sustainable, durable building solutions. They also dive into the importance of environmental product declarations (EPDs), the evolving construction landscape in Ireland, and Partel’s expanding influence across North America. 

Partel - https://www.partel.co.uk/

Building Performance Interactive https://www.partel.co.uk/media_library_category/building-performance-interactive-passive-house-accel...

Partel Component Spotlights

https://passivehouseaccelerator.com/articles/passive-house-component-spotlight-partel

https://passivehouseaccelerator.com/articles/partel-component-spotlight-or-weather-tightness-and-pro...

Partel on the Passive House Podcast

https://passivehouseaccelerator.com/podcast/special-passive-house-component-episode-hugh-whiriskey-o...

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In this episode of the Passive House Podcast, Lloyd Alter shares stories from his recent trip to New Zealand. We dive into the "missed opportunities" he saw in Christchurch's post-earthquake rebuild and the broader evolution of Passive House standards. Lloyd discusses the impact of thoughtful building design, sufficiency in architecture, and what can be learned from New Zealand’s unique challenges in sustainable housing.

https://newsociety.com/book/the-story-of-upfront-carbon/

https://www.reimaginebuildings.com/

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