“Unlocking Better Building Performance and Healthier Homes We are excited to release the results of the Energy Modelling Practices for Design and Compliance Survey. Thank you to all those that participated and special thanks to Joe Lythe and Elrond Burrell for their contributions! As Aotearoa moves toward a net-zero carbon future by 2050 energy modelling remains underutilised … Continue reading NZIA publishes their results of Energy Modelling Practices for Design and Compliance Survey

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Te Tōpūtanga o te Whare Korou ki Aotearoa, Passive House Institute NZ (PHINZ) has voiced its concerns regarding the proposed changes to the Building Code’s insulation requirements (H1) in a recent submission to the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE). PHINZ believes that the proposed changes, while well-intentioned, represent incrementalism and are a step … Continue reading PHINZ Submits Response to Building Code H1 Changes – A Call for a Transformative Approach

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Joe is no stranger to our Passive House Community but we have asked him to share a little about himself and his goals with our members. “I’m Director of WEL Architecture, a Homestar Assessor & trainer for NZGBC, a Certified Passive House Designer & I have led the Auckland PHINZ Chapter since its inception. I’m … Continue reading PHINZ Welcomes Joe Lyth, Director of WEL Architecture to the Board.

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We are excited to bring to you the PHINZ 2025 Webinar Series, with 20 webinars over the space of 10 months tailored for both the Designers in our community as well as Builders and Tradespeople. The overarching webinar theme for the year Whatever your interest in Passive House or level of expertise, there is something for everyone … Continue reading PHINZ rolls out Webinar Series for 2025

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PHINZ has issued the following press release in response to the recent media reports and comments by Minister Chris Penk. “PHINZ strongly disagrees with proposals to roll back insulation standards. The recent changes to the Acceptable solution in Building code clause H1 Energy Efficiency (H1/AS1) represented a positive step towards achieving the core objectives of … Continue reading Passive House Institute New Zealand (PHINZ) Opposes insulation standards rollback, Advocates for Effective Building Standards

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The South Pacific Passive House Conference has been held annually and alternated between being hosted in New Zealand and Australia. As the Australian Passivhaus Association (APA) and Passive House Institute New Zealand (PHINZ) grow, it has been recognised by both organisations and marketplaces that the time has come for annual conferences in each location. This … Continue reading PHINZ & APA joint statement regarding SPPHC

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