Building for the Future

Join us for an evening to better understand Energy Efficient, Smart Homes for the Future. Not to be missed as your local experts on Passive House help you hash it out!

Description

In this event, you'll discover expert insights, practical tips, and key strategies to help you make informed decisions when building a comfortable, energy-efficient, and healthy home. Our panel of Passive House experts will guide you through essential concepts that can save your family money, improve your home's efficiency, and ensure lasting comfort all year round.

This is a unique opportunity to learn about Passive House principles and how they can be applied to your future home projects. You'll hear from specialists in design, building, and performance who will break down the benefits of creating a sustainable and efficient home. Plus, you’ll have the chance to ask questions directly to the experts.

 

What You’ll Learn:

  • Key components of energy-efficient, sustainable home design

  • How Passive House principles help create comfortable, cost-effective homes

  • Expert insights into the latest in home energy modelling and design

  • Practical strategies to build a healthier, more efficient home

  • Tips for reducing energy costs while improving home performance 

Content

 

Agenda: 

Welcome and introductions

Expert presentations from Passive House specialists:

  • Vicki Spearing (PHINZ): The values of performance with real estate and the environment

  • Catherine McGregor (Pro Clima): Technology and Science of Passive House

  • Jessica Eyers (Sustainable Engineering): Modelling Insights

Break and product demos

Closing presentation from MA Building on Passive House construction

  • Mark Anderson: Key Passive House principles and construction insights

Panel discussion and Q&A session

 

Speakers: 

Vicki Spearing (PHINZ) – Board of Directors at PHINZ 

Content Overview: Future proof your home.  The building code is changing. An overview of why we need to build healthier homes, and how you can get ahead of the game.

Catherine McGregor (Pro Clima) – Regional Sales Manager Pro Clima Lower South Island 

Content Overview:  A house needs to breathe....but does it? Understanding why effective moisture and airtightness control helps energy efficiency, keeps you healthy and frees your structure from damage. 

Jessica Eyers (Sustainable Engineering) – Senior Analyst and Educator, Sustainable Engineering Ltd 

Content Overview: Why modelling is gold? Overview of modelling and why onsite verification is the key to ensuring there are no unforeseen consequences. Understanding why certification offers a level of scrutiny and care that guarantees a good outcome whereas non certified doesn't always.

 

Mark Anderson (MA Building) – Director M A Building Wanaka Specialist in Passive House Construction: 

Content Overview: Mark will speak into the key components that make up a Passive House, some of the how these components come together and guiding you to better understand the differing levels that make up a these types of homes. 

 

Prize: 

Embrace the future of sustainable living. Register for our event, and you could win an overnight stay at a stunning Passive House Airbnb. Experience the comfort of the ultimate energy-efficient home. Check out the listing here: airbnb.co.nz/h/ecohomewanaka 

 

Limited spaces available
Register now to secure your spot and start your journey toward building a more comfortable and energy-efficient home.  Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and take control of your homebuilding journey.