Passive Houses in warm climates

Building Science Breakroom – Episode 1

Building Science Breakroom – Episode 1

by Enrico Bonilauri - July 10, 2026
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The Building Science Breakroom is a monthly LinkedIn Live series hosted by Emu Passive, dedicated to answering building science questions submitted by architects, builders, and construction professionals. Every first Wednesday of the month, we address questions live on LinkedIn with……

Building Science
Passive House, Warm, Hot, and Humid Climates, and Multi-Family Study.

Passive House, Warm, Hot, and Humid Climates, and Multi-Family Study.

by Enrico Bonilauri - July 2, 2026
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Passive House strategies are gaining ground across the United States, though adoption remains slower in warm, hot, and humid regions. A significant factor is the persistent misconception that Passive House does not perform well in high-temperature or high-humidity conditions. The……

Architectural Design
Title 24 Airtightness: Why Compliance Still Misses Performance

Title 24 Airtightness: Why Compliance Still Misses Performance

by Enrico Bonilauri - June 9, 2026
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The Compliance vs. Performance Gap California likes to present Title 24 as a national leader. On paper, that sounds plausible. The code is long, technical, and full of mandates. But once you read it closely, the picture changes. The newest……

Architectural Design
Get Ready: Summer Building Science Presentations Are Here!

Get Ready: Summer Building Science Presentations Are Here!

by Enrico Bonilauri - May 23, 2025
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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.……

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