What if buildings could make us healthier?
What if buildings could make us healthier? We track steps, calories, heart rates—so why not architecture? When we talk about improving buildings, the conversation is usually cosmetic or mechanical: add a plant here, throw in some double glazing, maybe upgrade……
How to Get $2,000 Reimbursed for Passive House Training in New Jersey
High-performance building is no longer just a niche market; it is the future of the construction industry. As energy codes become stricter, upskilling your team requires a financial investment. Fortunately, the New Jersey Clean Energy Program wants to help you……
2025 NYCECC: Why Passive House is Your Cheat Code
If you work in the New York City AEC industry, you have likely felt the ground shifting beneath your feet. On March 30, 2026, the 2025 New York City Energy Conservation Code (NYCECC) officially becomes the law of the land.……
Passive House Retrofitting Strategies: Longevity and Efficiency
High Performance and Passive House Retrofitting Strategies for Healthy, Resilient, and Sustainable Buildings. How long should a building last? This question has shifted over time. Do we build for the length of a 30-year mortgage, 50 years, or a century?……
Emu Passive House Training is Now AIA Accredited
We are thrilled to announce that Emu’s comprehensive training programs are now officially accredited by the American Institute of Architects (AIA). This milestone means that design professionals can now earn valuable Passive House AIA CEU credits while mastering high-performance construction.……
Passive House Training Funding for Architects and Builders in Massachusetts
If you are running an architecture firm or construction company, you likely need Massachusetts Specialized Energy Code training now that Passive House standards are a mandate for many buildings within the state. With the new rules requiring Passive House for……
Passive House Education in Colorado Just Became More Accessible
The building industry is shifting toward high performance building standards, and Passive House is leading the forefront. For Colorado builders and architects operating within the Colorado Xcel Energy grid, things just got a lot easier to attend our Passive House……
California Moves Toward Passive House Compliance with AB 368
California AB 368 Passive House Compliance Could Transform Building Efficiency Standards On May 30, the passing of California AB368 Bill marks a significant milestone for the adoption of Passive House in the State, and across the Country. In a major……
Get Ready: Summer Building Science Presentations Are Here!
Emu’s Summer Presentations Calendar Join us this Summer for a great series of free in-depth webinars and in-person social events. Deepen your knowledge of building science and Passive House and building science, and network with other professionals across the U.S.……
Big Win for Passive House: Washington State Passes HB 1183
HB 1183: A Key Step for Passive House in Washington Washington State has recently passed HB 1183, a landmark bill aimed at supporting Passive House construction. This bill addresses major challenges in building energy-efficient homes by reducing barriers in local……
Xcel Now Reimburses 90% Of Emu’s Passive House Training
Xcel Energy Now Reimburses 90% of Training Fees for Emu’s Passive House Boot Camp Construction professionals in Colorado now have an incredible opportunity to advance their skills, thanks to Xcel Energy’s reimbursement program. Xcel is offering to cover 90% of……
Trump Executive Order Triggers Unintended Passive House Mandate
Little-Known Policy Set to Make Passive House Standard Mandatory Nationwide WASHINGTON — A Trump-era executive order on energy policy has unexpectedly set the stage for a sweeping transformation of U.S. building regulations. Due to an overlooked legislative trigger, the Passive……