Your Building Science Questions, Answered Live
Got a building science question that keeps nagging at you on the job site? Bring it to the Building Science Breakroom—Emu Passive’s free monthly live event on LinkedIn where our experts tackle your real questions about high-performance construction, one session at a time.
- Free to join. No registration fee, no catch.
- Live once a month, typically the first Wednesday (check calendar).
- Your questions drive the conversation.
Why Join the Breakroom?
Building science moves fast, and getting straight answers from people who’ve done the work is rare. The Building Science Breakroom closes that gap. Every session, we sit down live and work through the questions builders and contractors actually ask on real projects.
Here’s what you get:
- Expert answers. Our team breaks down complex building science into clear, actionable guidance you can use on your next build.
- Advanced Building Science and Passive House know-how. From air sealing to thermal bridging, we cover the details that separate code-minimum work from high-performance results across US climate zones.
- A community that’s building better. Connect with other professionals chasing the same efficiency, durability, and certification goals you are.
- Zero cost, high value. This is free education from a team that trains construction professionals across the country.
What We Cover
The Breakroom is built around your curiosity. If it touches building performance, it’s fair game. Common topics include:
- Building science fundamentals — heat, air, and moisture control, and how assemblies actually behave in the field
- High-performance construction — air sealing, continuous insulation, thermal breaks, and detailing that holds up
- Passive House building standards — what the standard requires, how to hit it, and how to keep your project on track toward certification
- Real-world problem solving — the tricky details that don’t show up in the spec book
No question is too basic and none is too advanced. If it’s on your mind, it’s worth asking.
How It Works
Joining is simple, and getting your question answered is even simpler.
- Submit your question in advance. Drop it in our form above so we can prepare a thorough answer.
- Tune in live on LinkedIn. Sessions run once a month, typically on the first Wednesday. Follow Emu Passive on LinkedIn so you never miss one
Past Episodes
Missed a session or want to revisit a topic? Every past episode is available on the Emu Passive YouTube channel—watch at your own pace and share with your crew. For written breakdowns, deeper context, and searchable answers, head to the Building Science Breakroom blog archives, where each episode gets its own post.
What is the Building Science Breakroom? The Building Science Breakroom is a free monthly live event hosted by Emu Passive on LinkedIn. Each session, Emu Passive experts answer questions from builders, contractors, and construction professionals about building science, high-performance construction, and Passive House building standards. Sessions typically take place on the first Wednesday of each month, and anyone can submit a question in advance.
Who is the Building Science Breakroom for? The Building Science Breakroom is designed for builders, general contractors, architects, and construction professionals who want reliable answers to their building science questions. Whether you’re new to high-performance construction or already pursuing Passive House certification, the Breakroom is open to anyone looking to build better.
How do I submit a question for the Building Science Breakroom? You can submit your question in advance using Emu Passive’s form at the top of this page. Submitting ahead of time gives the team a chance to prepare a thorough, accurate answer before the live session.
When do Building Science Breakroom sessions take place? The Building Science Breakroom goes live on LinkedIn once a month, typically on the first Wednesday – check Emu’s calendar to find the next event. Sessions are free to attend, and you can submit your questions in advance using Emu Passive’s question form so the team can prepare a thorough answer for you.
Where can I watch past Building Science Breakroom episodes? All past episodes are available on the Emu Passive YouTube channel, where you can watch at your own pace and share recordings with your team. Written summaries and deeper dives on each episode are also available in the Building Science Breakroom blog archives.