BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Built Environment Plus - ECPv6.15.19//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Built Environment Plus X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Built Environment Plus REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T160000 DTSTAMP:20260408T111650 CREATED:20220519T023307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230728T143853Z UID:10001756-1690988400-1690992000@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Decarbonize Existing Buildings Alliance DESCRIPTION:Join the BE+ Decarbonize Existing Buildings Alliance hosted monthly roundtable\, a venue for architects\, designers\, construction managers\, and sustainability professionals to discuss issues related to decarbonizing existing buildings.\nReach out to communications@builtenvironmentplus.org with any inquiries\, questions\, or concerns. \nExisting buildings are major contributors to climate change. In 2015\, existing residential and commercial buildings generated 1\,913.3 MMtCO2e\, or 29 percent of total U.S. emissions. To help address this sector\, Built Environment Plus (BE+) with Rethinking Power Management LLC (RPM) are spearheading a coalition of organizations with expertise in GHG reduction and who are committed to supporting decarbonization in existing buildings. \nThis reoccurring monthly gathering is a roundtable which serves as a platform where practitioners and reporting entities can come together to discuss best practices\, technologies\, challenges\, hear information related to the ordinance and its implementation\, etc. \nThe Alliance’s objectives include: \n– Increase awareness of energy disclosure ordinances including BERDO and BEUDO and enhance understanding of requirements. \n– Provide information and resources to reporting organizations that answer “how do we comply” questions through general and building-sector specific webinars. \n– Engage disadvantaged/underserved communities. \n– Share best practices and lessons learned. \n– Provide resources to building owners to help understand decarbonization pathways and create carbon reduction roadmaps. \n– Work with non-profit partners to provide information about/introductions to established practitioners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Roundtables are FREE for Built Environment Plus Members. \n**New to the Roundtables? Join as a Newcomer\, and come visit up to 3 times for FREE. After that\, consider becoming a BE+ Member\, or purchase general admission to return as you like. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/decarbonize-existing-buildings-alliance/2023-08-02/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:D.E.B Alliance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/DEBAllianceGraphic-01-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230906 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230907 DTSTAMP:20260408T111650 CREATED:20230724T185132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T171752Z UID:10001849-1693958400-1694044799@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Certified Passive House Designer (PHI) Training DESCRIPTION:About the Class \nThis course provides tools\, techniques and tips for how to build via passive house principles for all building types\, diving into Passive House building concepts and building a foundation of knowledge and skills to integrate PHI building design standards into building projects. This course is specifically designed to teach the international Passive House Standard (PHI) to design and construction professionals in the U.S. and is required prior to taking the CPHD/C professional certification exam. It can be held online or in person\, and is a combination of presentation and discussion. \nThis 8 week training includes live online training and Q&A sessions and an in-person site visit to a PHI project in MA. Trainees who successfully complete the training are eligible to take the certification exam the final week of the course. Additional course materials including access to the on-demand Using PHPP in Passive House Design and Certification course\, Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) software individual license\, and supplemental exam preparation materials are also provided. \nThe total cost for the course is $2\,295. $1400 is covered by the Express Grant\, and an additional $895 fee for on-demand course materials and the certification exam is not covered by the Express Grant and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company. \nBackground photo above is by Steve Pancrate on Unsplash. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n By the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \nOutline the basic building science principles of the Passive House Standard. \nDetermine strategies for implementing the principles in both design and construction phases. \nDescribe the role of the Passive House energy model and its relationship to component selection\, detailing and execution. \nExplain basic energy calculations based on typical building assemblies. \n \n \n \n \n \n Training Schedule\n Week 1: Modules 1 & 2September 6th\, 2023 | 1 PM ET Kickoff \nWeek 2: Modules 3 – 5 September 19th\, 2023 | 12 PM ET Q&A Session \nWeek 3: Module 6September 26th\, 2023 | 12 – 3 PM ET Webinar \nWeek 4: Modules 7 – 9October 3rd\, 2023 | 12 PM ET Q&A Session \nWeek 5: Modules 10 – 12 October 10th\, 2023 | 12 PM ET Q&A Session \nWeek 6: Module 13October 17th\, 2023 | 12 – 3 PM ET Webinar \nWeek 7: Module 14October 24th\, 2023 | 12 PM ET Q&A Session \nWeek 8: Module 15 Date TBD Site Visit \nWeeks 9 & 10: Exam PrepNovember 6th – November 28th\, 2023 \nWeek 11: Exam ReviewNovember 21st\, 2023 | 12 – 2 PM ET \nWeek 12: Tech SetupNovember 28th\, 2023 | 10 – 11 AM ET  \nWeek 13: PHI CPHD/C Live-Online ExamDecember 5th\, 2023 | 10 AM – 1 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n Technology and Course Requirements\n Live-Online courses require a personal computer or laptop with a good internet connection\, speed\, and audio listening capabilities. A web-camera is preferred for Live-Online sessions. Preferred web browsers are Firefox\, Chrome\, or Chromium-based browsers. \nA Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) software individual license is provided. \nFor PHN On-Demand courses all lessons\, topics\, and quizzes must be marked complete; any required webinars must be attended; and the post-training survey must be completed. For In-Person & Live-Online multi-day courses\, no more than 2 hours can be missed to receive a course completion certificate. This course will prepare you for PHI’s Certified Passive House Designer / Consultant exam. \n \n \n \n \n \n Education Credits\n 35 AIA LU/HSW credits & certificate of completion. AIA credits for Live-Online and In-Person Sessions will be reported to AIA by Passive House Network (PHN) if a participant provides their AIA number during registration. All other participants can use the certificate of completion to report continuing education credits either to AIA\, or other agencies that recognize the AIA CE credits. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by August 16th\, 2023\n The express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nThe total cost for the course is $2\,295. $1400 is covered by the Express Grant\, and an additional $895 fee for on-demand course materials and the certification exam is not covered by the Express Grant and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company. \nYou could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID# 1135246 URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/certified-passive-house-designer-phi-training-09-6/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/CPHD.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231004T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231004T160000 DTSTAMP:20260408T111650 CREATED:20220519T023307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230728T143853Z UID:10001757-1696431600-1696435200@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Decarbonize Existing Buildings Alliance DESCRIPTION:Join the BE+ Decarbonize Existing Buildings Alliance hosted monthly roundtable\, a venue for architects\, designers\, construction managers\, and sustainability professionals to discuss issues related to decarbonizing existing buildings.\nReach out to communications@builtenvironmentplus.org with any inquiries\, questions\, or concerns. \nExisting buildings are major contributors to climate change. In 2015\, existing residential and commercial buildings generated 1\,913.3 MMtCO2e\, or 29 percent of total U.S. emissions. To help address this sector\, Built Environment Plus (BE+) with Rethinking Power Management LLC (RPM) are spearheading a coalition of organizations with expertise in GHG reduction and who are committed to supporting decarbonization in existing buildings. \nThis reoccurring monthly gathering is a roundtable which serves as a platform where practitioners and reporting entities can come together to discuss best practices\, technologies\, challenges\, hear information related to the ordinance and its implementation\, etc. \nThe Alliance’s objectives include: \n– Increase awareness of energy disclosure ordinances including BERDO and BEUDO and enhance understanding of requirements. \n– Provide information and resources to reporting organizations that answer “how do we comply” questions through general and building-sector specific webinars. \n– Engage disadvantaged/underserved communities. \n– Share best practices and lessons learned. \n– Provide resources to building owners to help understand decarbonization pathways and create carbon reduction roadmaps. \n– Work with non-profit partners to provide information about/introductions to established practitioners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Roundtables are FREE for Built Environment Plus Members. \n**New to the Roundtables? Join as a Newcomer\, and come visit up to 3 times for FREE. After that\, consider becoming a BE+ Member\, or purchase general admission to return as you like. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/decarbonize-existing-buildings-alliance/2023-10-04/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:D.E.B Alliance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/DEBAllianceGraphic-01-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T160000 DTSTAMP:20260408T111650 CREATED:20220519T023307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230728T143853Z UID:10001758-1701874800-1701878400@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Decarbonize Existing Buildings Alliance DESCRIPTION:Join the BE+ Decarbonize Existing Buildings Alliance hosted monthly roundtable\, a venue for architects\, designers\, construction managers\, and sustainability professionals to discuss issues related to decarbonizing existing buildings.\nReach out to communications@builtenvironmentplus.org with any inquiries\, questions\, or concerns. \nExisting buildings are major contributors to climate change. In 2015\, existing residential and commercial buildings generated 1\,913.3 MMtCO2e\, or 29 percent of total U.S. emissions. To help address this sector\, Built Environment Plus (BE+) with Rethinking Power Management LLC (RPM) are spearheading a coalition of organizations with expertise in GHG reduction and who are committed to supporting decarbonization in existing buildings. \nThis reoccurring monthly gathering is a roundtable which serves as a platform where practitioners and reporting entities can come together to discuss best practices\, technologies\, challenges\, hear information related to the ordinance and its implementation\, etc. \nThe Alliance’s objectives include: \n– Increase awareness of energy disclosure ordinances including BERDO and BEUDO and enhance understanding of requirements. \n– Provide information and resources to reporting organizations that answer “how do we comply” questions through general and building-sector specific webinars. \n– Engage disadvantaged/underserved communities. \n– Share best practices and lessons learned. \n– Provide resources to building owners to help understand decarbonization pathways and create carbon reduction roadmaps. \n– Work with non-profit partners to provide information about/introductions to established practitioners. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n *Roundtables are FREE for Built Environment Plus Members. \n**New to the Roundtables? Join as a Newcomer\, and come visit up to 3 times for FREE. After that\, consider becoming a BE+ Member\, or purchase general admission to return as you like. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/decarbonize-existing-buildings-alliance/2023-12-06/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:D.E.B Alliance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/DEBAllianceGraphic-01-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240118 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240119 DTSTAMP:20260408T111650 CREATED:20231115T190149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231117T185110Z UID:10001921-1705536000-1705622399@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Certified Passive House Designer (PHI) Training DESCRIPTION:About the Class \nThis course provides tools\, techniques and tips for how to build via passive house principles for all building types\, diving into Passive House building concepts and building a foundation of knowledge and skills to integrate PHI building design standards into building projects. This course is specifically designed to teach the international Passive House Standard (PHI) to design and construction professionals in the U.S. and is required prior to taking the CPHD/C professional certification exam. It can be held online or in person\, and is a combination of presentation and discussion. \nThis 8 week training includes live online training and Q&A sessions and followed by 4 to 5 weeks of exam prep. Trainees who successfully complete the training are eligible to take the certification exam the final week of the course. Additional course materials including access to the on-demand Using PHPP in Passive House Design and Certification course\, Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) software individual license\, and supplemental exam preparation materials are also provided. \nThe total cost for the course is $2\,295. $1400 is covered by the Express Grant\, and an additional $895 fee for on-demand course materials and the certification exam is not covered by the Express Grant and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company. \nBackground photo above is by Steve Pancrate on Unsplash. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n By the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \nOutline the basic building science principles of the Passive House Standard. \nDetermine strategies for implementing the principles in both design and construction phases. \nDescribe the role of the Passive House energy model and its relationship to component selection\, detailing and execution. \nExplain basic energy calculations based on typical building assemblies. \n \n \n \n \n \n Training Schedule\n Week 1 & 2: Modules 1 & 2January 18th\, 2024 | 12 – 1 PM ET Kickoff \nWeek 3: Module 3 – 5February 1st\, 2024 | 12 – 1 PM ET Q&A Session \nWeek 4: Modules 6February 8th\, 2024 | 12 – 3 PM ET Webinar \nWeek 5: Modules 7 – 9February 15th\, 2024 | 12 – 1 PM ET Q&A Session \nWeek 6: Module 10 – 12February 22nd\, 2024 | 12 – 1 PM ET Q&A Session \nWeek 7: Module 13February 29th\, 2024 | 12 – 3 PM ET Webinar \nWeek 8: Module 14Week of March 4th\, 2024 \nWeeks 9: Module 15Week of March 11th\, 2024 \nWeek 10: Access Exam Prep ModulesWeek of March 18th\, 2024 \nWeek 11: Exam ReviewMarch 28th\, 2024 | 12 – 2PM ET \nWeek 12: Tech SetupApril 3rd\, 2024 | 10 AM – 11 AM ET \nWeek 13: PHI CPHD/C Live-Online ExamApril 10th\, 2024 | 10 AM – 1 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n Technology and Course Requirements\n Live-Online courses require a personal computer or laptop with a good internet connection\, speed\, and audio listening capabilities. A web-camera is preferred for Live-Online sessions. Preferred web browsers are Firefox\, Chrome\, or Chromium-based browsers. \nA Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) software individual license is provided. \nFor PHN On-Demand courses all lessons\, topics\, and quizzes must be marked complete; any required webinars must be attended; and the post-training survey must be completed. For In-Person & Live-Online multi-day courses\, no more than 2 hours can be missed to receive a course completion certificate. This course will prepare you for PHI’s Certified Passive House Designer / Consultant exam. \n \n \n \n \n \n Education Credits\n 35 AIA LU/HSW credits & certificate of completion. AIA credits for Live-Online and In-Person Sessions will be reported to AIA by Passive House Network (PHN) if a participant provides their AIA number during registration. All other participants can use the certificate of completion to report continuing education credits either to AIA\, or other agencies that recognize the AIA CE credits. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by December 28th\, 2023\n The express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nThe total cost for the course is $2\,295. $1400 is covered by the Express Grant\, and an additional $895 fee for on-demand course materials and the certification exam is not covered by the Express Grant and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company. \nYou could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID# 1135246 URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/certified-passive-house-designer-phi-training-1-18/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/CPHD.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240418 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240419 DTSTAMP:20260408T111650 CREATED:20240206T145720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T140149Z UID:10001986-1713398400-1713484799@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Certified Passive House Designer (PHI) Training DESCRIPTION:About the Class \nThis course provides tools\, techniques and tips for how to build via passive house principles for all building types\, diving into Passive House building concepts and building a foundation of knowledge and skills to integrate PHI building design standards into building projects. This course is specifically designed to teach the international Passive House Standard (PHI) to design and construction professionals in the U.S. and is required prior to taking the CPHD/C professional certification exam. It can be held online or in person\, and is a combination of presentation and discussion. \nThis 8 week training includes live online training and Q&A sessions and followed by 4 to 5 weeks of exam prep. Trainees who successfully complete the training are eligible to take the certification exam the final week of the course. Additional course materials including access to the on-demand Using PHPP in Passive House Design and Certification course\, Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) software individual license\, and supplemental exam preparation materials are also provided. \nThe total cost for the course is $2\,295. $1400 is covered by the Express Grant\, and an additional $895 fee for on-demand course materials and the certification exam is not covered by the Express Grant and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company. \nBackground photo above is by Steve Pancrate on Unsplash. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n By the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \nOutline the basic building science principles of the Passive House Standard. \nDetermine strategies for implementing the principles in both design and construction phases. \nDescribe the role of the Passive House energy model and its relationship to component selection\, detailing and execution. \nExplain basic energy calculations based on typical building assemblies. \n \n \n \n \n \n Training Schedule\n Week 1 & 2: Modules 1 & 2April 18th\, 2024 | 12 – 1 PM ET Kickoff \nWeek 3: Module 3 – 5May 2nd\, 2024 | 12 – 1 PM ET Q&A Session \nWeek 4: Modules 6May 9th\, 2024 | 12 – 3 PM ET Webinar 1 & Access Exam Prep Modules \nWeek 5: Modules 7 – 9May 16th\, 2024 | 12 – 1 PM ET Q&A Session \nWeek 6: Module 10 – 12May 23rd\, 2024 | 12 – 1 PM ET Q&A Session \nWeek 7: Module 13Week of May 27th\, 2024 \nWeek 8: Module 14June 6th\, 2024 | 12 – 3PM ET Webinar 2 \nWeek 9: Module 15Week of June 10th\, 2024 \nWeek 10: Review Exam Prep ModulesWeek of June 17th\, 2024 \nWeek 11: Exam ReviewJune 27th\, 2024 | 12 – 2PM ET \nWeek 12: Tech SetupJuly 1st\, 2024 | 10 AM – 11 AM ET \nWeek 13: PHI CPHD/C Live-Online ExamJuly 9th\, 2024 | 10 AM – 1 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n Technology and Course Requirements\n Live-Online courses require a personal computer or laptop with a good internet connection\, speed\, and audio listening capabilities. A web-camera is preferred for Live-Online sessions. Preferred web browsers are Firefox\, Chrome\, or Chromium-based browsers. \nA Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) software individual license is provided. \nFor PHN On-Demand courses all lessons\, topics\, and quizzes must be marked complete; any required webinars must be attended; and the post-training survey must be completed. For In-Person & Live-Online multi-day courses\, no more than 2 hours can be missed to receive a course completion certificate. This course will prepare you for PHI’s Certified Passive House Designer / Consultant exam. \n \n \n \n \n \n Education Credits\n 35 AIA LU/HSW credits & certificate of completion. AIA credits for Live-Online and In-Person Sessions will be reported to AIA by Passive House Network (PHN) if a participant provides their AIA number during registration. All other participants can use the certificate of completion to report continuing education credits either to AIA\, or other agencies that recognize the AIA CE credits. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by March 28th\, 2024\n The express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nThe total cost for the course is $2\,295. $1400 is covered by the Express Grant\, and an additional $895 fee for on-demand course materials and the certification exam is not covered by the Express Grant and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company. \nYou could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID# C-2881 URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/certified-passive-house-designer-phi-training-4-18/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/CPHD.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240718 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240719 DTSTAMP:20260408T111651 CREATED:20240515T163331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T165455Z UID:10002008-1721260800-1721347199@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Certified Passive House Designer (PHI) Training DESCRIPTION:About the Class \nThis course provides tools\, techniques and tips for how to build via passive house principles for all building types\, diving into Passive House building concepts and building a foundation of knowledge and skills to integrate PHI building design standards into building projects. This course is specifically designed to teach the international Passive House Standard (PHI) to design and construction professionals in the U.S. and is required prior to taking the CPHD/C professional certification exam. It can be held online or in person\, and is a combination of presentation and discussion. \nThis 8 week training includes live online training and Q&A sessions and followed by 4 to 5 weeks of exam prep. Trainees who successfully complete the training are eligible to take the certification exam the final week of the course. Additional course materials including access to the on-demand Using PHPP in Passive House Design and Certification course\, Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) software individual license\, and supplemental exam preparation materials are also provided. \nThe total cost for the course is $2\,295. $1400 is covered by the Express Grant\, and an additional $895 fee for on-demand course materials and the certification exam is not covered by the Express Grant and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company. \nBackground photo above is by Steve Pancrate on Unsplash. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n By the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \nOutline the basic building science principles of the Passive House Standard. \nDetermine strategies for implementing the principles in both design and construction phases. \nDescribe the role of the Passive House energy model and its relationship to component selection\, detailing and execution. \nExplain basic energy calculations based on typical building assemblies. \n \n \n \n \n \n Training Schedule\n Week 1 & 2: Modules 1 & 2July 18th\, 2024 | 12 – 1 PM ET Kickoff \nWeek 3: Module 3 – 5August 1st\, 2024 | 12 – 1 PM ET Q&A Session \nWeek 4: Modules 6August 8th\, 2024 | 12 – 3 PM ET Webinar \nWeek 5: Modules 7 – 9August 15th\, 2024 | 12 – 1 PM ET Q&A Session \nWeek 6: Module 10 – 12August 22nd\, 2024 | 12 – 1 PM ET Q&A Session \nWeek 7: Module 13August 29th\, 2024 | 12 – 3PM ET Webinar \nWeek 8: Module 14Week of September 2nd\, 2024 \nWeek 9: Module 15Week of September 9th\, 2024 \nWeek 10: Access Exam Prep ModulesWeek of September 16th\, 2024 \nWeek 11: Exam ReviewSeptember 19th\, 2024 | 12 – 2 PM ET \nWeek 12: Tech SetupSeptember 24th\, 2024 | 10 – 11 AM ET \nWeek 13: PHI CPHD/C Live-Online ExamOctober 1st\, 2024 | 10 AM – 1 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n Technology and Course Requirements\n Live-Online courses require a personal computer or laptop with a good internet connection\, speed\, and audio listening capabilities. A web-camera is preferred for Live-Online sessions. Preferred web browsers are Firefox\, Chrome\, or Chromium-based browsers. \nA Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) software individual license is provided. \nFor PHN On-Demand courses all lessons\, topics\, and quizzes must be marked complete; any required webinars must be attended; and the post-training survey must be completed. For In-Person & Live-Online multi-day courses\, no more than 2 hours can be missed to receive a course completion certificate. This course will prepare you for PHI’s Certified Passive House Designer / Consultant exam. \n \n \n \n \n \n Education Credits\n 35 AIA LU/HSW credits & certificate of completion. AIA credits for Live-Online and In-Person Sessions will be reported to AIA by Passive House Network (PHN) if a participant provides their AIA number during registration. All other participants can use the certificate of completion to report continuing education credits either to AIA\, or other agencies that recognize the AIA CE credits. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by June 27th\, 2024\n The express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nThe total cost for the course is $2\,295. $1400 is covered by the Express Grant\, and an additional $895 fee for on-demand course materials and the certification exam is not covered by the Express Grant and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company. \nYou could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID# C-2881 URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/certified-passive-house-designer-phi-training-7-18/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/CPHD.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241010 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241011 DTSTAMP:20260408T111651 CREATED:20240731T123712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T194658Z UID:10002021-1728518400-1728604799@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Certified Passive House Designer (PHI) Training (Atlantic Cohort) DESCRIPTION:About the Class \nThis course provides tools\, techniques and tips for how to build via passive house principles for all building types\, diving into Passive House building concepts and building a foundation of knowledge and skills to integrate PHI building design standards into building projects. This course is specifically designed to teach the international Passive House Standard (PHI) to design and construction professionals in the U.S. and is required prior to taking the CPHD/C professional certification exam. \nThis training includes approximately 8 weeks of live online training and Q&A sessions\, followed by 1 week of exam prep. Trainees who successfully complete the training are eligible to take the certification exam the final week of the course. Additional course materials including access to the on-demand Using PHPP in Passive House Design and Certification course\, Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) software individual license\, and supplemental exam preparation materials are also provided. \nThe total cost for the course is $2\,295. $1400 is covered by the Express Grant\, and an additional $895 fee for on-demand course materials and the certification exam is not covered by the Express Grant and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company. \nBackground photo above is by Steve Pancrate on Unsplash. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n By the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \nOutline the basic building science principles of the Passive House Standard. \nDetermine strategies for implementing the principles in both design and construction phases. \nDescribe the role of the Passive House energy model and its relationship to component selection\, detailing and execution. \nExplain basic energy calculations based on typical building assemblies. \n \n \n \n \n \n Training Schedule\n Week 1 & 2: Modules 1 & 2October 10th\, 2024 | 12 – 1 PM ET Kickoff \nWeek 3: Module 3 – 5October 24th\, 2024 | 12 – 1 PM ET Q&A Session 1 \nWeek 4: Modules 6October 31st\, 2024 | 12 – 3 PM ET Webinar 1 \nWeek 5: Modules 7 – 9November 7th\, 2024 | 12 – 1 PM ET Q&A Session 2 \nWeek 6: Module 10 – 12November 14th\, 2024 | 12 – 1 PM ET Q&A Session 3 \nWeek 7: Module 13November 21st\, 2024 | 12 – 3PM ET Webinar 2 \nWeek 8: Module 14Week of November 25th\, 2024 \nWeek 9: Module 15December 2nd\, 2024 | 10 – 11 AM ET Tech SetupDecember 5th\, 2024 | 12 – 2 PM ET Exam Review \nWeek 10: PHI CPHD/C Live-Online ExamDecember 10th\, 2024 | 10 AM – 1 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n Technology and Course Requirements\n Live-Online courses require a personal computer or laptop with a good internet connection\, speed\, and audio listening capabilities. A web-camera is preferred for Live-Online sessions. Preferred web browsers are Firefox\, Chrome\, or Chromium-based browsers. \nA Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) software individual license is provided. \nFor PHN On-Demand courses all lessons\, topics\, and quizzes must be marked complete; any required webinars must be attended; and the post-training survey must be completed. For In-Person & Live-Online multi-day courses\, no more than 2 hours can be missed to receive a course completion certificate. This course will prepare you for PHI’s Certified Passive House Designer / Consultant exam. \n \n \n \n \n \n Education Credits\n 35 AIA LU/HSW credits & certificate of completion. AIA credits for Live-Online and In-Person Sessions will be reported to AIA by Passive House Network (PHN) if a participant provides their AIA number during registration. All other participants can use the certificate of completion to report continuing education credits either to AIA\, or other agencies that recognize the AIA CE credits. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by September 19th\, 2024\n The express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nThe total cost for the course is $2\,295. $1400 is covered by the Express Grant\, and an additional $895 fee for on-demand course materials and the certification exam is not covered by the Express Grant and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company. \nYou could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID# C-2881 URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/certified-passive-house-designer-phi-training-atlantic-cohort-10-10/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/CPHD.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250116 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250117 DTSTAMP:20260408T111651 CREATED:20241108T142853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T142957Z UID:10002110-1736985600-1737071999@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Certified Passive House Designer (PHI) Training (Atlantic Cohort) DESCRIPTION:About the Class \nThis course provides tools\, techniques and tips for how to build via passive house principles for all building types\, diving into Passive House building concepts and building a foundation of knowledge and skills to integrate PHI building design standards into building projects. This course is specifically designed to teach the international Passive House Standard (PHI) to design and construction professionals in the U.S. and is required prior to taking the CPHD/C professional certification exam. \nThis training includes approximately 8 weeks of live online training and Q&A sessions\, followed by 4 to 5 weeks of exam prep. Trainees who successfully complete the training are eligible to take the certification exam the final week of the course. Additional course materials including access to the on-demand Using PHPP in Passive House Design and Certification course\, Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) software individual license\, and supplemental exam preparation materials are also provided. \nThe total cost for the course is $2\,295. $1\,400 is covered by the Express Grant for eligible companies with 50 or fewer MA employees\, and $700 is covered for eligible companies with 51 to 100 MA employees. An $895 fee for on-demand course materials and the certification exam is not covered by the Express Grant and must be paid out-of-pocket. \nBackground photo above is by Steve Pancrate on Unsplash. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n By the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \nOutline the basic building science principles of the Passive House Standard. \nDetermine strategies for implementing the principles in both design and construction phases. \nDescribe the role of the Passive House energy model and its relationship to component selection\, detailing and execution. \nExplain basic energy calculations based on typical building assemblies. \n \n \n \n \n \n Training Schedule\n Week 1 & 2: Modules 1 & 2January 16th\, 2025 | 12 – 1 PM ET Kickoff \nWeek 3: Module 3 – 5January 30th\, 2025 | 12 – 1 PM ET Q&A Session 1 \nWeek 4: Modules 6February 6th\, 2025 | 12 – 3 PM ET Webinar 1 \nWeek 5: Modules 7 – 9February 13th\, 2025 | 12 – 1:30 PM ET Open Review \nWeek 6: Module 10 – 12February 20th\, 2025 | 12 – 1 PM ET Q&A Session 2 \nWeek 7: Module 13February 27th\, 2025 | 12 – 3 PM ET Webinar 2 \nWeek 8: Module 14Week of March 3rd\, 2025 (no class) \nWeek 9: Module 15Week of March 10th\, 2025 (no class) \nWeek 10: Review Exam Prep ModulesMarch 20th\, 2025 | 12 – 2PM ET Exam Review \nWeek 11: Review Exam Prep ModulesReview Exam Prep ModulesMarch 25th\, 2025 | 10 – 11AM ET Tech Setup (required) \nWeek 12: PHI CPHD/C Live-Online ExamApril 1st\, 2025 | 10 AM – 1 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n Technology and Course Requirements\n Live-Online courses require a personal computer or laptop with a good internet connection\, speed\, and audio listening capabilities. A web-camera is preferred for Live-Online sessions. Preferred web browsers are Firefox\, Chrome\, or Chromium-based browsers. \nA Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) software individual license is provided. \nFor PHN On-Demand courses all lessons\, topics\, and quizzes must be marked complete; any required webinars must be attended; and the post-training survey must be completed. For In-Person & Live-Online multi-day courses\, no more than 2 hours can be missed to receive a course completion certificate. This course will prepare you for PHI’s Certified Passive House Designer / Consultant exam. \n \n \n \n \n \n Education Credits\n 35 AIA LU/HSW credits & certificate of completion. AIA credits for Live-Online and In-Person Sessions will be reported to AIA by Passive House Network (PHN) if a participant provides their AIA number during registration. All other participants can use the certificate of completion to report continuing education credits either to AIA\, or other agencies that recognize the AIA CE credits. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by December 26th\, 2024\n The Express Grant is designed to help businesses respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nYou could take this training at 50% cost or for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID#: C-2881Course Provider: Built Environment PlusCourse Cost: $1\,400* \n*The total cost for the course is $2\,295. An $895 fee for on-demand course materials and the certification exam\, included in the total course cost\, is not covered by the Express Grant and must be paid out-of-pocket. \nExpress Grant Eligibility \nEmployers with 50 or fewer Massachusetts\, W-2 employees are eligible to receive 100% reimbursement of approved training costs via Express Grants. Employers with 51 to 100 MA\, W-2 employees are eligible to receive 50% reimbursement of approved training costs via Express Grants. \nExpress Program grant applications must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the training date. \nThe contracting period of approved Express Grants begins 21 days after the grant application date and ends one year from this date. All training must be completed within the contract period to be eligible for reimbursement. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/certified-passive-house-designer-phi-training-atlantic-cohort-1-16/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/CPHD.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250409 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250410 DTSTAMP:20260408T111651 CREATED:20250212T145344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T150317Z UID:10002147-1744156800-1744243199@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Certified Passive House Designer (PHI) Training DESCRIPTION:About the Training\nThis course provides tools\, techniques and tips for how to build via passive house principles for all building types\, diving into Passive House building concepts and building a foundation of knowledge and skills to integrate PHI building design standards into building projects. This course is specifically designed to teach the international Passive House Standard (PHI) to design and construction professionals in the U.S. and is required prior to taking the CPHD/C professional certification exam. \nThis training includes approximately 8 weeks of live online training and Q&A sessions\, followed by approximately 4 weeks of exam prep. Trainees who successfully complete the training are eligible to take the certification exam the final week of the course. Additional course materials including access to the on-demand Using PHPP in Passive House Design and Certification course\, Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) software individual license\, and supplemental exam preparation materials are also provided. \nRefund Policy\nFull refunds are available only if written notice is provided 7 days prior to course start date. There will be no refund if less than one week’s notice is given. Please note: Full refunds will be issued less the standard processing fee. In general\, rescheduling is always preferred over refunds. Registration transfers are only allowed for rescheduling to a future training and cannot be transferred between individuals. \nBackground photo above is by Steve Pancrate on Unsplash. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n By the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \n1. Outline the basic building science principles of the Passive House Standard. \n2. Determine strategies for implementing the principles in both design and construction phases. \n3. Describe the role of the Passive House energy model and its relationship to component selection\, detailing and execution. \n4. Explain basic energy calculations based on typical building assemblies. \n \n \n \n \n \n Training Schedule\n Week 1 & 2: Modules 1 & 2April 9th\, 2025 | 12 – 1 PM ET Kickoff \nWeek 3: Module 3 – 5April 24th\, 2025 | 12 – 1 PM ET Q&A Session 1 \nWeek 4: Modules 6May 1st\, 2025 | 12 – 3 PM ET Webinar 1 \nWeek 5: Modules 7 – 9May 8th\, 2025 | 12 – 1:30 PM ET Open Review \nWeek 6: Module 10 – 12May 14th\, 2025 | 12 – 1 PM ET Q&A Session 2 \nWeek 7: Module 13May 22nd\, 2025 | 12 – 3PM ET Webinar 2 \nWeek 8: Module 14Week of May 26th\, 2025 \nWeeks 9: Module 15Week of June 2nd\, 2025 \nWeek 10: Exam ReviewJune 12th\, 2025 | 12 – 2 PM ET \nWeek 11: Tech Setup (Required)June 16th\, 2025 | 10 – 11 AM ET \nWeek 12: PHI CPHD/C Live-Online ExamJune 24th\, 2025 | 10 AM – 1 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n Technology and Course Requirements\n Live-Online courses require a personal computer or laptop with a good internet connection\, speed\, and audio listening capabilities. A web-camera is preferred for Live-Online sessions. Preferred web browsers are Firefox\, Chrome\, or Chromium-based browsers. \nA Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) software individual license is provided. \nFor PHN On-Demand courses all lessons\, topics\, and quizzes must be marked complete; any required webinars must be attended; and the post-training survey must be completed. For In-Person & Live-Online multi-day courses\, no more than 2 hours can be missed to receive a course completion certificate. This course will prepare you for PHI’s Certified Passive House Designer / Consultant exam. \n \n \n \n \n \n Continuing Education Credits\n 35 AIA LU/HSW credits & certificate of completion. AIA credits for Live-Online and In-Person Sessions will be reported to AIA by Passive House Network (PHN) if a participant provides their AIA number during registration. All other participants can use the certificate of completion to report continuing education credits either to AIA\, or other agencies that recognize the AIA CE credits. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by March 20th\, 2025\n The Express Grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. Complete an Express Grant application here. \nCourse provider: Built Environment PlusCourse ID#: C-2881Course cost: $1\,400 per trainee* \n*The total cost for the course is $2\,295. $1\,400 is covered by the Express Grant\, and an additional $895 fee for on-demand course materials and the certification exam is not covered by the Express Grant and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company. \nExpress Grant Eligibility \nEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Express Program grant applications must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the training registration deadline\, and you must register for the course through BE+. \nThe contracting period of approved Express Grants begins 21 days after the grant application date and ends one year from this date. All training must be completed within the contract period to be eligible for reimbursement. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/certified-passive-house-designer-phi-training-4-9/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/CPHD.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T130000 DTSTAMP:20260408T111651 CREATED:20250610T153206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T153221Z UID:10002182-1750939200-1750942800@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:LEED v5: An Early Look DESCRIPTION:Photo credit: USGBC \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the WebinarIn April 2025\, the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) launched LEED v5\, the latest version of the LEED green building program. Join this free\, 1-hour interactive lunchtime webinar to help your team understand the key updates\, strategies\, and certification pathways\, especially those that align with the MA energy codes\, to navigate LEED v5 with clarity and confidence. Topics to be covered include: \n• A deep dive into the latest LEED v5 changes• Practical strategies for successful certification• Insights into decarbonization\, equity\, and performance• Q&A with The Green Engineer’s team of industry experts \nThis session is tailored for architects\, developers\, engineers\, and sustainability professionals\, but is open to attendance from all. \nThis webinar can be self-reported for one free general hour of LEED\, WELL\, and/or AIA continuing education. \nRefund PolicyFull refunds are available only if written notice is provided 7 days prior to course start date. There will be no refund if less than one week’s notice is given. Please note: Full refunds will be issued less the standard processing fee. In general\, rescheduling is always preferred over refunds. Registration transfers are only allowed for rescheduling to a future training and cannot be transferred between individuals. \nThis is a live\, online webinar led by Chris Schaffner and Carrie Havey with The Green Engineer. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Schaffner\, PE\, LEED Fellow\, is the founder and CEO of The Green Engineer\, Inc. For over 36 years\, Chris has been involved in many projects incorporating energy efficiency and sustainability across many building types\, ranging from high-rise office buildings to small-scale multi-family residential. Chris serves on the Stretch Energy Code Technical Advisory Committee\, among other advisory committees and working groups. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carrie Havey\, LEED Fellow\, has been with The Green Engineer since 2010. Carrie’s expertise resides in facilitating workshops and collaborating with project teams to provide sustainable design advice and LEED guidance at every stage of a project. She is skilled in overseeing projects that need to meet sustainable design regulatory requirements\, such as MSBA or Article 37 in Boston. She has experience on a wide range of project types\, including higher education facilities\, k-12 schools\, labs\, multi-family residential\, municipal buildings\, and commercial interiors. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/leed-v5-an-early-look-6-26/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/LEED-v5-Webinar-Graphic-min.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T140000 DTSTAMP:20260408T111651 CREATED:20250318T143438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T154133Z UID:10002154-1755172800-1755180000@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Intro to Healthy Materials DESCRIPTION:Learn About the Series\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Training:In this workshop\, participants will learn key product sustainability metrics and how to identify products and materials that are better for the environment and building occupants. The workshop will highlight the trends and the tools available to find and select healthier products\, including: Health Product Declarations (HPDs)\, Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs)\, transparency\, Declare labels\, Cradle to Cradle certification\, low-emitting materials\, and low-embodied-carbon materials. \nThis is the first session of our multi-part Materials Matter: Embodied Carbon & The Path to Healthier Buildings training series. Join this session for an introduction to healthy materials in the building industry\, and to get a taste of the content to be covered in the remainder of the series. \nComplete this form to be contacted when future sessions are open for registration! \nRefund PolicyFull refunds are available only if written notice is provided 7 days prior to course start date. There will be no refund if less than one week’s notice is given. Please note: Full refunds will be issued less the standard processing fee. In general\, rescheduling is always preferred over refunds. Registration transfers are only allowed for rescheduling to a future training and cannot be transferred between individuals. \nThis training is eligible for 2 AIA LU / HSW continuing education credits. AIA membership information will be collected from attendees by BE+ during the training. \nThis is a live\, online training led by Brent Ehrlich. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Brent Ehrlich has more than 15 years of experience researching and writing about green building systems\, products\, and materials\, and their health and environmental impacts. His work is based on holistic\, lifecycle thinking and the intersections between material health\, embodied carbon\, and product performance. Brent has also written extensively on green building rating systems\, standards\, certifications\, LEED requirements\, and more. Brent now applies his product and material knowledge to leading workshops\, training\, and webinars; freelance writing; and other consulting work. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n 1. Describe the history and impact of VOC regulations as they relate to the built environment and how emissions criteria shape product selection.2. Identify select problematic chemical constituents\, their health impacts\, and where they are found in building products.3. Use transparency documentation such as Health Product Declarations (HPDs) and Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) to determine key material content information…and where the information in documents can fall short.4. Identify high-embodied carbon materials\, where they are used\, and possible alternatives. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by July 24th\, 2025\n The Express Grant is designed to help businesses respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding.You could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID#: C-2574Course Provider: Built Environment PlusCourse Cost: $175 per course per trainee \nExpress Grant Eligibility \nEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts\, W-2 employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Express Program grant applications must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the training date. The following documentation is required to apply: \nSigned Form W-9Certificate of Good Standing (COGS) from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue\, dated within 6 months from the date of application submissionCertificate of Compliance from the Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) that is not expired on the date of application submission \nThe contracting period of approved Express Grants begins 21 days after the grant application date and ends one year from this date. All training must be completed within the contract period to be eligible for reimbursement. \n*Review the BE+ Workforce Training Grant webpage for additional eligibility requirements and other updates made by the Commonwealth Corporation. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/intro-to-healthy-materials-8-14/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses,Materials Matter 2025 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IntroHM_max-van-den-oetelaar-unsplash-01.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251002 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251003 DTSTAMP:20260408T111651 CREATED:20250818T181728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T181732Z UID:10002205-1759363200-1759449599@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Certified Passive House Designer (PHI) Training DESCRIPTION:About the Training \nThis course provides tools\, techniques and tips for how to build via passive house principles for all building types\, diving into Passive House building concepts and building a foundation of knowledge and skills to integrate PHI building design standards into building projects. This course is specifically designed to teach the international Passive House Standard (PHI) to design and construction professionals in the U.S. and is required prior to taking the CPHD/C professional certification exam. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This training includes approximately 8 weeks of live online training and Q&A sessions\, followed by approximately 4 weeks of exam prep. Trainees who successfully complete the training are eligible to take the certification exam the final week of the course. Additional course materials including access to the on-demand Using PHPP in Passive House Design and Certification course\, Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) software individual license\, and supplemental exam preparation materials are also provided. \nThe total cost for the course is $2\,295. $1400 is covered by the Express Grant\, and an additional $895 fee for on-demand course materials and the certification exam is not covered by the Express Grant and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company. \nThis training is eligible for 35 AIA LU / HSW continuing education credits. \nThis is a live\, online training led by Passive House Network. \nRefund Policy Full refunds are available only if written notice is provided 7 days prior to course start date. There will be no refund if less than one week’s notice is given. Please note: Full refunds will be issued less the standard processing fee. In general\, rescheduling is always preferred over refunds. Registration transfers are only allowed for rescheduling to a future training and cannot be transferred between individuals. \nBackground photo above is by Steve Pancrate on Unsplash. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n By the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \n1. Outline the basic building science principles of the Passive House Standard.2. Determine strategies for implementing the principles in both design and construction phases.3. Describe the role of the Passive House energy model and its relationship to component selection\, detailing and execution.4. Explain basic energy calculations based on typical building assemblies. \n \n \n \n \n \n Training Schedule\n Week 1: Modules 1 & 2October 2nd\, 2025 | 12 – 1 PM ET Kick-off \nWeek 2: Modules 3 – 5October 9th\, 2025 | 12 – 1 PM ET Q&A Session 1 \nWeek 3: Modules 6October 16th\, 2025 | 12 – 3 PM ET Webinar 1 \nWeek 4: Modules 7 – 9October 23rd\, 2025 | 12 – 1:30 PM ET Open Review \nWeek 5: Modules 10 – 12October 30th\, 2025 | 12 – 1 PM ET Q&A Session 2 \nWeek 6: Review Exam Prep ModulesNovember 11th\, 2025 | 12 – 3PM ET Webinar 2 \nWeek 7: Modules 13 & 14Week of November 10th\, 2025 \nWeek 8: ModuleWeek of November 17th\, 2025 \nWeek 9: Exam ReviewNovember 25th\, 2025 | 12 – 2 PM ET \nWeek 10: Tech Setup (Required)December 2nd\, 2025 | 10 – 11 AM ET \nWeek 11: PHI CPHD/C Live-Online ExamDecember 9th\, 2025 | 10 AM – 1 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n Technology and Course Requirements\n Live-Online courses require a personal computer or laptop with a good internet connection\, speed\, and audio listening capabilities. A web-camera is preferred for Live-Online sessions. Preferred web browsers are Firefox\, Chrome\, or Chromium-based browsers. \nA Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) software individual license is provided. \nFor PHN On-Demand courses all lessons\, topics\, and quizzes must be marked complete; any required webinars must be attended; and the post-training survey must be completed. For In-Person & Live-Online multi-day courses\, no more than 2 hours can be missed to receive a course completion certificate. This course will prepare you for PHI’s Certified Passive House Designer / Consultant exam. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by September 11th\, 2025\n The Express Grant is designed to help businesses respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. You could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID#: C-2881Course Provider: Built Environment PlusCourse Cost: $1\,400 per trainee* \n*The total cost for the course is $2\,295. $1\,400 is covered by the Express Grant\, and an additional $895 fee for on-demand course materials and the certification exam is not covered by the Express Grant and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company. \nExpress Grant Eligibility \nEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts\, W-2 employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Express Program grant applications must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the training date. The following documentation is required to apply: \nSigned Form W-9Certificate of Good Standing (COGS) from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue\, dated within 6 months from the date of application submissionCertificate of Compliance from the Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) that is not expired on the date of application submission \nThe contracting period of approved Express Grants begins 21 days after the grant application date and ends one year from this date. All training must be completed within the contract period to be eligible for reimbursement. \n*Review the BE+ Workforce Training Grant webpage for additional eligibility requirements and other updates made by the Commonwealth Corporation. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/certified-passive-house-designer-phi-training-10-2/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/CPHD.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T120000 DTSTAMP:20260408T111651 CREATED:20250902T170721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T213640Z UID:10002208-1761303600-1761307200@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Decarbonization in Practice: Lessons from the BETA Program DESCRIPTION:Join SMMA for a deep dive into the MassCEC Building Electrification & Transformation Accelerator (BETA) pilot and discover how its findings are shaping decarbonization planning across Massachusetts. Learn practical strategies to turn assessments into action and hear real-world insights from Martine Dion and Melissa Russell on moving commercial projects closer to net zero. \nThis session is part of our Tech to Transformation: Building Better Webinar Series\, where we spotlight a standout company delivering a full-length presentation that offers deeper insight into technologies transforming the built environment. \n \n Register Here URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/btf-webinar-scaling-decarbonization-planning-with-smma-10-24/ CATEGORIES:Building Performance Exchange,Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Decarbonization-in-Practice_SMMA-min.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T120000 DTSTAMP:20260408T111651 CREATED:20250902T171904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T213353Z UID:10002209-1763118000-1763121600@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Smarter Moisture Management for Healthier\, More Durable Buildings DESCRIPTION:Discover how new material technologies can reduce HVAC loads\, improve durability\, and create healthier indoor environments by managing moisture more intelligently. Learn practical approaches to addressing condensation and humidity challenges—and explore design strategies that adapt to changing conditions for long-term building performance. This session is led by Derek Stein from Adept Materials. \nThis session is part of our Tech to Transformation: Building Better Webinar Series\, where we spotlight a standout company delivering a full-length presentation that offers deeper insight into technologies transforming the built environment. \n \n Register Here URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/btf-webinar-lilypad-material-technology-with-adept-materials-11-14/ CATEGORIES:Building Performance Exchange,Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Smarter-Moisture-Management-for-Healthier-More-Durable-Buildings-with-Adept-Materials.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T120000 DTSTAMP:20260408T111651 CREATED:20250828T153829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T222046Z UID:10002207-1764932400-1764936000@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:High-Performance Windows with Super-Insulating Aerogels with AeroShield DESCRIPTION:See how breakthrough transparent aerogels are making it possible to dramatically improve window performance in both new construction and retrofits. Learn how this innovation supports energy efficiency goals\, expands retrofit opportunities\, and helps deliver superior thermal comfort without compromising design intent with AeroShield Materials\, presented by Aaron Baskerville-Bridges. \nThis session is part of our Tech to Transformation: Building Better Webinar Series\, where we spotlight a standout company delivering a full-length presentation that offers deeper insight into technologies transforming the built environment. \n \n Register Here URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/high-performance-windows-aerogels-12-5/ CATEGORIES:Building Performance Exchange,Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/High-Performance-Windows-with-Super-Insulating-Aerogels-with-AeroShield.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260116 DTSTAMP:20260408T111651 CREATED:20251118T184442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T184443Z UID:10002225-1768435200-1768521599@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Certified Passive House Designer (PHI) Training DESCRIPTION:About the TrainingThis course provides tools\, techniques and tips for how to build via passive house principles for all building types\, diving into Passive House building concepts and building a foundation of knowledge and skills to integrate PHI building design standards into building projects. This course is specifically designed to teach the international Passive House Standard (PHI) to design and construction professionals in the U.S. and is required prior to taking the CPHD/C professional certification exam. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This training includes approximately 8 weeks of live online training and Q&A sessions\, followed by approximately 4 weeks of exam prep. Trainees who successfully complete the training are eligible to take the certification exam the final week of the course. Additional course materials including access to the on-demand Using PHPP in Passive House Design and Certification course\, Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) software individual license\, and supplemental exam preparation materials are also provided. \nThis training is eligible for 35 AIA LU / HSW continuing education credits. \nThis is a live\, online training led by Passive House Network. \nRefund PolicyFull refunds are available only if written notice is provided 7 days prior to course start date. There will be no refund if less than one week’s notice is given. Please note: Full refunds will be issued less the standard processing fee. In general\, rescheduling is always preferred over refunds. Registration transfers are only allowed for rescheduling to a future training and cannot be transferred between individuals. \nBackground photo above is by Steve Pancrate on Unsplash. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n By the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \n1. Outline the basic building science principles of the Passive House Standard. \n2. Determine strategies for implementing the principles in both design and construction phases. \n3. Describe the role of the Passive House energy model and its relationship to component selection\, detailing and execution. \n4. Explain basic energy calculations based on typical building assemblies. \n \n \n \n \n \n Training Schedule\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Technology and Course Requirements\n Live-Online courses require a personal computer or laptop with a good internet connection\, speed\, and audio listening capabilities. A web-camera is preferred for Live-Online sessions. Preferred web browsers are Firefox\, Chrome\, or Chromium-based browsers. \nA Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) software individual license is provided. \nFor PHN On-Demand courses all lessons\, topics\, and quizzes must be marked complete; any required webinars must be attended; and the post-training survey must be completed. For In-Person & Live-Online multi-day courses\, no more than 2 hours can be missed to receive a course completion certificate. This course will prepare you for PHI’s Certified Passive House Designer / Consultant exam. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by December 25th\, 2025\n The Express Grant is designed to help businesses respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding.You could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID#: C-2881Course Provider: Built Environment PlusCourse Cost: $1\,400 per trainee* \n*The total cost for the course is $2\,295. $1\,400 is covered by the Express Grant\, and an additional $895 fee for on-demand course materials and the certification exam is not covered by the Express Grant and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company. \nExpress Grant Eligibility \nEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts\, W-2 employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Express Program grant applications must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the training date. The following documentation is required to apply: \nSigned Form W-9Certificate of Good Standing (COGS) from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue\, dated within 6 months from the date of application submissionCertificate of Compliance from the Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) that is not expired on the date of application submission \nThe contracting period of approved Express Grants begins 21 days after the grant application date and ends one year from this date. All training must be completed within the contract period to be eligible for reimbursement. \n*Review the BE+ Workforce Training Grant webpage for additional eligibility requirements and other updates made by the Commonwealth Corporation. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/certified-passive-house-designer-phi-training-1-15/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/CPHD.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T120000 DTSTAMP:20260408T111651 CREATED:20251112T205746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T205746Z UID:10002224-1768561200-1768564800@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Building Better with Thermal Breaks: Reducing Heat Loss DESCRIPTION:Explore how thermal breaks can be integrated into building assemblies to reduce heat loss and improve your envelope and HVAC performance. In well-insulated buildings\, thermal bridges can account for up to 30% of total heat loss\, making thermal breaks a crucial design feature. Walk away with clear insights on where and how to use thermal breaks effectively\, and how they can improve energy performance in both standard and high-performance projects. \nThis session is part of our Tech to Transformation: Building Better Webinar Series\, where we spotlight a standout company delivering a full-length presentation that offers deeper insight into technologies transforming the built environment. \n \n Register Here URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/building-better-with-thermal-breaks-reducing-heat-loss-1-16/ CATEGORIES:Building Performance Exchange,Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Building-Better-with-Thermal-Breaks-Reducing-Heat-Loss0A0A.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T120000 DTSTAMP:20260408T111651 CREATED:20260113T160136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T162545Z UID:10002240-1770980400-1770984000@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Reducing Retrofit Risk with Predictive\, Physics-based Modeling DESCRIPTION:Discover how AUROS Insights brings whole-building\, physics-based energy modeling into data and digital twin platforms—enabling holistic decarbonization planning and operational optimization. Learn how to integrate building science expertise into smart building infrastructure with AUROS Group. \nThis session is part of our Tech to Transformation: Building Better Webinar Series\, where we spotlight a standout company delivering a full-length presentation that offers deeper insight into technologies transforming the built environment. \n \n Register Here URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/reducing-retrofit-risk-with-predictive-physics-based-modeling-2-13/ CATEGORIES:Building Performance Exchange,Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Reducing-Retrofit-Risk-with-Predictive-Physics-based-Modeling-AUROS-Group-Webinar.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T120000 DTSTAMP:20260408T111651 CREATED:20260113T162022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T211042Z UID:10002241-1773399600-1773403200@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Building Better Thermal Comfort for More Body Types and Lower Energy Bills DESCRIPTION:Explore how rethinking thermal comfort beyond the “standard” human can transform building design. In this webinar\, Arup introduces their new public Comfort tool that models thermal sensation for diverse populations under real\, transient conditions\, enabling more inclusive design\, improved occupant satisfaction\, and reduced heating and cooling loads. \nThis session is part of our Tech to Transformation: Building Better Webinar Series\, where we spotlight a standout company delivering a full-length presentation that offers deeper insight into technologies transforming the built environment. \n \n Register here URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/building-better-thermal-comfort-for-more-body-types-and-lower-energy-bills-3-13/ CATEGORIES:Building Performance Exchange,Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Building-Better-Thermal-Comfort-for-More-Body-Types-and-Lower-Energy-Bills-ARUP-Webinar.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260409 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260410 DTSTAMP:20260408T111651 CREATED:20260306T183656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T183657Z UID:10002265-1775692800-1775779199@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Certified Passive House Designer (PHI) Training DESCRIPTION:About the TrainingThis course provides tools\, techniques and tips for how to build via passive house principles for all building types\, diving into Passive House building concepts and building a foundation of knowledge and skills to integrate PHI building design standards into building projects. This course is specifically designed to teach the international Passive House Standard (PHI) to design and construction professionals in the U.S. and is required prior to taking the CPHD/C professional certification exam. \nThis training includes approximately 8 weeks of live online training and Q&A sessions\, followed by approximately 4 weeks of exam prep. Trainees who successfully complete the training are eligible to take the certification exam the final week of the course. Additional course materials including access to the on-demand Using PHPP in Passive House Design and Certification course\, Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) software individual license\, and supplemental exam preparation materials are also provided. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThis training is eligible for 35 AIA LU / HSW continuing education credits. \nThis is a live\, online training led by Passive House Network. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n By the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \n1. Outline the basic building science principles of the Passive House Standard. \n2. Determine strategies for implementing the principles in both design and construction phases. \n3. Describe the role of the Passive House energy model and its relationship to component selection\, detailing and execution. \n4. Explain basic energy calculations based on typical building assemblies. \n \n \n \n \n \n Training Schedule\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Technology and Course Requirements\n Live-Online courses require a personal computer or laptop with a good internet connection\, speed\, and audio listening capabilities. A web-camera is preferred for Live-Online sessions. Preferred web browsers are Firefox\, Chrome\, or Chromium-based browsers. \nA Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) software individual license is provided. \nFor PHN On-Demand courses all lessons\, topics\, and quizzes must be marked complete; any required webinars must be attended; and the post-training survey must be completed. For In-Person & Live-Online multi-day courses\, no more than 2 hours can be missed to receive a course completion certificate. This course will prepare you for PHI’s Certified Passive House Designer / Consultant exam. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by March 19th\, 2026\n The Express Grant is designed to help businesses respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding.You could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID#: C-2881Course Provider: Built Environment PlusCourse Cost: $1\,400 per trainee* \n*The total cost for the course is $2\,295. $1\,400 is covered by the Express Grant\, and an additional $895 fee for on-demand course materials and the certification exam is not covered by the Express Grant and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company. \nExpress Grant Eligibility \nEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts\, W-2 employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Express Program grant applications must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the training date. The following documentation is required to apply: \nSigned Form W-9Certificate of Good Standing (COGS) from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue\, dated within 6 months from the date of application submissionCertificate of Compliance from the Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) that is not expired on the date of application submission \nThe contracting period of approved Express Grants begins 21 days after the grant application date and ends one year from this date. All training must be completed within the contract period to be eligible for reimbursement. \n*Review the BE+ Workforce Training Grant webpage for additional eligibility requirements and other updates made by the Commonwealth Corporation. \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy\n Full refunds are available only if written notice is provided 7 days prior to course start date. There will be no refund if less than one week’s notice is given.  \nPlease note: Full refunds will be issued less the standard processing fee. In general\, rescheduling is always preferred over refunds. Registration transfers are only allowed for rescheduling to a future training and cannot be transferred between individuals. \n \n \n \n \n \n Background photo above is by Steve Pancrate on Unsplash. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/certified-passive-house-designer-phi-training-2026-4-9/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/CPHD.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T130000 DTSTAMP:20260408T111651 CREATED:20260327T165022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T202503Z UID:10002269-1781782200-1781787600@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:LEED v5 for Resilience & Health: Designing Buildings that Protect People and Communities DESCRIPTION:About the TrainingAs the industry prepares for the next evolution of LEED\, our LEED v5 Webinar Series offers a practical\, insider look at what’s changing – and what it means for your work. This multi-part virtual series kicks off with Resilience + Human Health Impact. Explore how LEED v5 integrates climate resilience and occupant wellbeing through tools such as the RELi Resilience Rating System and Human Health Impact Assessments to help project teams design buildings that protect people and communities. \nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 AIA LU / HSW continuing education credits. \n This is a live\, online training led by Sarah Michelman and Carrie Havey with The Green Engineer and Adele Houghton with Biositu. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sarah Michelman\, RA\, LEED AP BD+C\, WELL AP\, Fitwel Ambassador\, Living Futures Accredited (LFA) is a Principal and Sustainability Consultant at The Green Engineer and has been with the company since 2010. She is passionate about collaborating with clients to assist in mitigating the environmental impact of their projects and and meeting Green Building regulatory requirements \, through coordinating sustainability workshops and working integratively with project teams throughout all project phases. She works with the understanding that early engagement with project teams allows the benefits of energy efficiency healthy green buildings are beneficial for the occupants and the communities in which they are located. Sarah’s extensive background in architecture\, supports her ability to interface with diverse integrated project teams and allows her to bring her knowledge of sustainable design and construction practices into the conversation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carrie Havey\, LEED Fellow\, has been with The Green Engineer since 2010. Carrie’s expertise resides in facilitating workshops and collaborating with project teams to provide sustainable design advice and LEED guidance at every stage of a project. She is skilled in overseeing projects that need to meet sustainable design regulatory requirements\, such as MSBA or Article 37 in Boston. She has experience on a wide range of project types\, including higher education facilities\, k-12 schools\, labs\, multi-family residential\, municipal buildings\, and commercial interiors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Adele Houghton\, FAIA\, DrPH\, LEED AP\, is President of Biositu\, LLC where she works at the intersection of buildings\, public health\, and climate change. She is a member of the American Institute of Architects College of Fellows and received a Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) degree from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health\, where she also teaches. Her book Architectural Epidemiology (Johns Hopkins University Press\, 2025)\, co-authored with Professor Carlos Castillo-Salgado of Johns Hopkins University\, proposes a novel method for architectural design: combining neighborhood-scale environmental health data with participatory community engagement to maximize a building’s positive ripple effect on community and planetary health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n Coming Soon \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by May 28th\, 2026\n The Express Grant is designed to help businesses respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding.You could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID#: C-15260Course Provider: Built Environment PlusCourse Cost: $25 per course per trainee \nExpress Grant Eligibility \nEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts\, W-2 employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Express Program grant applications must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the training date. The following documentation is required to apply: \nSigned Form W-9Certificate of Good Standing (COGS) from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue\, dated within 6 months from the date of application submissionCertificate of Compliance from the Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) that is not expired on the date of application submission \nThe contracting period of approved Express Grants begins 21 days after the grant application date and ends one year from this date. All training must be completed within the contract period to be eligible for reimbursement. \n*Review the BE+ Workforce Training Grant webpage for additional eligibility requirements and other updates made by the Commonwealth Corporation. \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancelation & Rescheduling Policy\n Full refunds are available only if written notice is provided 7 days prior to course start date. There will be no refund if less than one week’s notice is given.  \nPlease note: Full refunds will be issued less the standard processing fee. In general\, rescheduling is always preferred over refunds. Registration transfers are only allowed for rescheduling to a future training and cannot be transferred between individuals. \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nDon’t see a financial assistance option that meets your needs? Reach out to education@builtenvironmentplus.org to learn more about leveraging the opportunities available to you. Bulk discounts are available for 5 or more attendees at once. \nBE+ is committed to providing accessible events. If you have a disability and require accommodation in order to fully participate\, please indicate in your registration and we will reach out to you. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. \n  \nPhoto credit: Graffito SP URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/leedv5-for-resilience-and-human-health-impact-6-18/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses,LEED v5 in Practice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Leed-v5-for-Resilience-Health.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR