Want to level up your team’s technical knowledge without pulling everyone off the job for a full day? Emu Passive offers free building science lunch & learn sessions built for construction and architecture firms. We bring the building science expertise; you bring your team and your questions.
These sessions are designed for busy professionals. In about an hour, your crew gains practical insight into high-performance construction, Passive House standards, and the sustainability details that separate code-minimum work from future-ready builds.
Best for construction companies, general contractors, and architecture firms that want sharper skills, stronger knowledge base, and a team ready for tomorrow’s building codes.
What You’ll Get
Every Emu Passive lunch & learn is a focused, expert-led session to match your team’s needs. Here’s what makes it worth the hour:
- Free education from working experts. Clear, actionable building science from a team that trains professionals across the country.
- CE credits that count. Our presentations are accredited for continuing education credits with the AIA and the international Passive House Institute (PHI). CE credit availability varies, so please check with us when you book.
- Content matched to your work. We tailor each session to your team’s projects, climate, and skill level.
- English and Spanish options. Our introductory-level sessions are also available in Spanish, so your whole crew can learn together.
- Real-world relevance. We connect building science to the decisions your team makes on active projects.
Topics We Cover
Our catalog spans the full range of high-performance construction. Whether your team is just getting started or already chasing certification, we have a session that fits.
Topics include building science, Passive House, passive commercial buildings, building electrification, and building decarbonization, and more advanced topics. Content ranges from introductory to advanced and covers both residential retrofits and commercial construction across a range of climates.
We cover both residential retrofits and commercial construction, and we tailor the content to your climate. From hot and humid regions to cold, high-elevation conditions, we speak to the challenges your team faces on site.
Sessions range from introductory to advanced, so you can start where your team is and build from there.
How It Works
Scheduling a Lunch & Learn is simple. Here’s the process from start to finish:
- Contact us. Tell us about your team, your projects, and what you want your crew to walk away knowing.
- We pick the best topic. Based on your goals, climate, and skill level, we recommend the session that fits best.
- We schedule the event. We lock in a date that works for your team and handle the details.
That’s it. You focus on your projects; we handle the teaching.
Who It’s For
Our Lunch & Learn program is built for teams that take building performance seriously. It’s a strong fit if you are:
- A general contractor or builder working toward energy efficiency and certification goals
- An architecture firm wanting to deepen your team’s building science fluency
- A company preparing for new building regulations or client demand for sustainable construction
- A firm that wants to earn CE credits while sharpening practical, project-ready skills
Whether you’re pursuing Passive House certification or simply want to build better, these sessions give your team the knowledge to move forward with confidence.
Details
To make sure every session runs smoothly, here’s what to know before you book:
- In-person in NYC and Denver. If your team is in New York City or Denver, we can deliver your Lunch & Learn in person.
- Virtual everywhere else. For teams outside those cities, we host live virtual sessions. We can set up the webinar for you, or run it on your system—your choice.
- Minimum 15 participants. We kindly require at least 15 registered attendees per session. For smaller teams, we recommend the free webinars that we schedule regularly.
- 60-day lead time. Please plan ahead. Typical scheduling lead time is a minimum of 60 days.
- CE credits vary. AIA and PHI credit availability depends on the topic, so confirm with us when you book.
- Emu does not provide lunch. The learning is on us; the sandwiches are on you.
Book Your Lunch & Learn
Ready to bring expert building science to your team? Reach out to Emu Passive with your team’s needs, and we’ll match you with the right session and a date that works.
Contact us to schedule your free Lunch & Learn today.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Lunch & Learn?
A Lunch & Learn is a short, informal training session held during a lunch break. Emu Passive’s sessions are expert-led presentations on building science, Passive House, and related topics, delivered free to construction and architecture teams.
How much does an Emu Passive Lunch & Learn cost?
The sessions are free. Emu Passive does not charge for the presentation. Note that Emu does not provide lunch.
Do the sessions offer continuing education (CE) credits?
Yes. Emu Passive presentations are accredited for CE credits with the AIA and the international Passive House Institute (PHI). CE credit availability varies by topic, so confirm with us when you book.
Are sessions available in person or only virtual?
Both. Emu delivers in-person sessions in New York City and Denver. For teams elsewhere, sessions are hosted live and virtually. Emu can set up the webinar or use your company’s system.
What topics can we choose from?
Topics include building science, Passive House, passive commercial buildings, building electrification, and building decarbonization, and more advanced topics. Content ranges from introductory to advanced and covers both residential retrofits and commercial construction across a range of climates.
Are sessions available in Spanish?
Yes. Introductory-level sessions are available in Spanish.
How many participants do we need?
Each session requires a minimum of 15 registered participants.
How far in advance do we need to book?
The typical lead time to schedule a Lunch & Learn is a minimum of 60 days, so please plan ahead.
How do we schedule a session?
Contact Emu Passive and tell us about your team’s needs. We’ll recommend the best-fitting topic and schedule the event with you.