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Join us for a relaxed evening of drinks, networking and Passivhaus tours as part of the Passivhaus Trust Open Days programme.

Passivhaus Open Evening Plymouth: Office & Home Tours with Coaction & WARM

Date: Wednesday 24th June 2026
<h1>Passivhaus Open Evening with Coaction &amp; WARM</h1>
Join us in Plymouth for a relaxed evening of drinks, networking and Passivhaus tours as part of the Passivhaus Trust Open Days programme.
We're opening the doors to our office at <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/YX81SPjT539acQ2ZA">Admirals Hard </a>and inviting local alumni, clients, collaborators and friends of Coaction and WARM to come together for an informal summer gathering.
The evening will begin with drinks and nibbles on the balcony, followed by a tour of our office and a visit to the nearby Passivhaus home of Coaction and WARM Director, Sally Godber.
Whether you've trained with us, worked with us, partnered with us, or are simply interested in low-energy buildings, we'd love to see you.
<h2>What to expect</h2>
This is a friendly, informal event designed to bring together members of our local Passivhaus and building performance community.
You'll have the opportunity to:
<ul>
<li>Meet the Coaction and WARM team</li>
<li>Catch up with fellow course alumni and industry colleagues</li>
<li>Tour our retrofitted office and learn about its Passivhaus features</li>
<li>Visit a lived-in Passivhaus home and hear first-hand experiences of occupants</li>
<li>Enjoy drinks, nibbles and conversation on the balcony</li>
</ul>
<h2>About the buildings...</h2>
<h2>1. Admirals Hard - (1st floor office - Certified EnerPHit)</h2>
The Coaction &amp; WARM office at Admirals Hard is located within Plymouth's historic waterfront. The project demonstrates how Passivhaus principles can be successfully applied to an existing building, delivering excellent comfort, indoor air quality and energy performance while working within the constraints of a refurbishment project.
During the tour, we'll explore some of the key features that contribute to the building's performance, including:
<ul>
<li>High levels of insulation and airtightness</li>
<li>Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR)</li>
<li>High-performance windows and doors</li>
<li>Thermal bridge-free detailing</li>
<li>Strategies for occupant comfort and energy efficiency</li>
</ul>
Before attending, you can read more about the project here: <a href="https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/projects/detail/?cId=43&amp;utm_source=chatgpt.com">Admirals Hard Case Study (Passivhaus Trust</a>)
<h2>2. Sally's House - Certified Passivhaus</h2>
An optional extra visit to see Sally's self-build house, a short walk from the office, and a chance to discuss the realities of undertaking a Passivhaus project and what it means to live in a Passivhaus.
<h2>Event Details</h2>
Date: Wednesday 24 June 2026
Venue: Coaction &amp; WARM Office, <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/YX81SPjT539acQ2ZA">3 Admirals Hard, Plymouth, PL1 3J</a> &amp; Sallys House a short walk away.
Getting Here : We recommend using <a href="https://www.rome2rio.com/s/Plymouth-England/Stonehouse-Admiral-s-Hard">public transport</a> where possible. Limited free parking is available in <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/SQioG6kkWHuvkhYR9">Strand Street Car Park</a>. Paid parking is also available in <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/utsJgVL4K7Sx5Rrm6">Royal William Yard.</a>
Access: Our office is situated up one flight of stairs.
<h2>Itinerary</h2>
6:00pm – Arrival, balcony drinks and informal networking
6:20pm - Office tour
6:50pm – Short five-minute walk to the Passivhaus home of Coaction and WARM Director, Sally Godber, for a second tour
7:30pm – Event close
<h2>Who should attend?</h2>
Whether you've trained with us, worked with us, partnered with us or simply have an interest in Passivhaus, you're very welcome to join us.
Places are free but limited, so please reserve your spot in advance.

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No-one aims to deliver sub-standard buildings…but sometimes this is the unintended outcome. Learn how to avoid the pitfalls and de-risk your projects.

Setting up for Success – supporting Passivhaus Clients

No-one aims to deliver sub-standard buildings…but sometimes this is the unintended outcome when there are missed early decision opportunities, mis-matched teams, lack of lived knowledge, a belief in myths and outdated assumptions.
Join us for 30 minutes as we unpack our <a href="https://coaction.org.uk/courses/client">new 3-hour course</a> that will set you up to design and deliver buildings that perform for you, your owners. Coaction has distilled the experiences of clients and project managers who have successfully navigated these challenges, and we’ll share the headlines with you in this session. There will also be opportunity of your own challenges and queries.
Make better early decisions: Understand how early leadership and briefing shape building performance.
Why teams need to be aligned teams from the start and how to bring the right people together to support successful delivery.
Set clear project ambition and avoid common delivery pitfalls to reduce risk and improve confidence in decision-making
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<h3>Details</h3>
<ul>
<li>Date: 11 June 2026</li>
<li>Time: 1-2pm BST</li>
<li>Platform: Zoom</li>
<li>Cost: Free</li>
<li>Booking: Book your place <a href="https://coaction.arlo.co/register?sgid=8f3d2cf9dcdc40528dd5f2e68efde6ff">here </a>as a guest or set up a login to be added to our mailing list.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Agenda</h3>
<ul>
<li>5 min: Passivhaus Client Club – Welcome</li>
<li>30 min: An Intro to – Setting Projects Up for Success: A Client’s Guide to achieving Building Performance, with <a href="https://coaction.org.uk/people/sally_godber">Sally Godber</a></li>
<li>25 min: Q&amp;A</li>
<li>5 min: Next steps</li>
</ul>
Full course details: <a href="https://coaction.org.uk/courses/client">Setting Projects Up for Success: A Client’s Guide to achieving Building Performance</a>
<hr>
This event is part of the Passivhaus Trust’s <a href="https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/event_detail.php?eId=1544">2026 Client Club Programme</a>
<a href="https://passivhaus.uk/directory/coaction-training-cic/">Coaction Training CIC</a> and our sister company <a href="https://passivhaus.uk/directory/warm-low-energy-building-practice/">WARM </a>are proud to be <a href="https://passivhaus.uk/">Passivhaus Trust </a>Patron Members.
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<h2>Building better together</h2>
We believe better buildings start with better skills — that’s why every Coaction course is grounded in real project experience and focused on practical, actionable learning that builds confidence and competence. Watch our overview video to learn more: Coaction Training Overview
Coaction exists to upskill the built environment — not for profit, but for impact. As a Community Interest Company, every penny goes back into improving training, supporting the workforce and accelerating the transition to low-energy, future-proof buildings.
Why choose Coaction?
<ul>
<li>Future-focused skills: Every course is shaped by live project experience, aligned with industry best practice and continually updated, giving you the confidence to deliver high-performance buildings now and as standards evolve.</li>
<li>With real project examples, industry best practice and our extensive experience of ground breaking projects, our training builds on tried and tested and quality-assured whole building approaches such as Passivhaus so that you can have confidence to deliver high performance buildings now and as standards evolve.</li>
<li>Progression pathways for every role: From foundation courses to advanced specialist training, we offer clear routes for students, professionals, educators and full delivery teams. Support is ongoing after training, through our alumni community, online resources and industry partnerships.</li>
<li>Fully supported learning experience: You’ll receive the materials and guidance you need to apply your learning, from manuals and sample packs to exam preparation (where relevant), PHI credit points and long-term access to high-quality resources. We'll work with you and your team as needed to make sure you get the right learning in place.</li>
<li>Trusted expertise &amp; recognised training: Delivered by leading UK building-performance specialists, Coaction training has a strong reputation for quality technical content. Our courses are accredited by the Passive House Institute and Passivhaus Trust.</li>
</ul>

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Not sure how to renew your PHI qualification? Coaction Training CIC can now help you renew your Certified Passivhaus Tradesperson qualification!

GUIDE: How to renew your Passivhaus Tradesperson Certificate

Quick Renewal Facts
<ul>
<li>Your qualification is valid for 5 years (from exam date)</li>
<li>You can renew as many times as you want</li>
<li>Renew either by collecting 30 Passive House Institute (PHI) credit points or by documenting your PH project</li>
<li>Refresh your knowledge by retaking our <a href="https://coaction.org.uk/courses/passivhaus-for-contractors">Contractor course</a> (without exam) plus any related Coaction courses (see below) to bank credit points</li>
<li>You cannot renew your qualification by re-sitting the tradesperson exam.</li>
<li>All renewal applications go through the <a href="https://passivehouse.com/en/training/certificates/">Passive House Institute (PHI)</a></li>
<li>The <a href="https://passivehouse.com/media/training/Fee_Schedule_HW_20250101.pdf%5D">PHI renewal application fee</a> is 500 EUR paid directly to the Passive House Institute</li>
</ul>
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Tradesperson Renewal Routes:
There are two routes to renewing your qualification:
1. Renewal via Project Documentation
Renewal via project documentation means working on and completing a Passivhaus project in the last 5 years and documenting the process. If you choose this option, you will need to liaise directly with the PHI.
You can find the project documentation application form <a href="(https://passivehouse.com/media/filer_public/6a/62/6a62358b-76b2-42ec-8796-2a62755ddb42/hw_application_assessing_body_2017_en.pdf)">here</a>
If you would like a 30min or 1hr 1:1 session with one of Coaction's Passivhaus Consultants to help check through your project documentation please <a href="https://coaction.org.uk/support">get in touch</a> for a quote.
2. Renewal with Passivhaus Institut (PHI) Credit Points
If renewing through the PHI credit points route, then you will need to collect 30 PHI credit points through accredited refresher or further training courses and/ or attending CPD events. You cannot just re-take your exam. This encourages further self-development and learning and ensures your skills remain relevant and fresh.
Each accredited training course/ event will have a code - you must make a note of the training/ event details and code and date you attended (we recommended keeping a running excel spreadsheet). Once you have collected 30 PHI renewal credit points, you then apply to the Passive House Institute (PHI), pay them a <a href="https://passivehouse.com/media/training/Fee_Schedule_HW_20250101.pdf%5D">renewal fee.</a> Once approved, your certification is renewed for a further 5 years.
You can find the credit points renewal application <a href="https://passivehouse.com/media/training/application_tradesperson-renewal_CPs.pdf">here</a>
Accredited Courses
Coaction offers a rolling schedule of accredited courses (with bundle discounts available)
Passivhaus for Contractors
Credit Points: 16 PHI Credits I Price from: £300.00 Ex. Vat
A chance to refresh your knowledge - join one of our Tradesperson courses and experience updated course material referencing latest guidance and industry learning but without the pressure of a final exam.
<a href="https://coaction.org.uk/courses/passivhaus-for-contractors">Find out more</a>
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Retrofit Delivery
Credit Points: 16 PHI Credits I Price from: £320 Ex. VAT
Learn from real world examples how to reduce risk, achieve airtightness and deliver a successful retrofit project on site. <a href="">Find out more</a>
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If you are looking to boost your design-focus knowledge and want a more technical course, you can take the following individual modules from our Certified Passivhaus Designer course:
Introduction to PHPP - Certified Designer Module
Credit Points: 24 PHI points I Price from: £395 Ex.VAT
We'll guide you through the software, completing a whole PHPP spreadsheet and developing your understanding of the inputs, parameters and implications for building design. <a href="">Find out more</a>
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Services Module - Certified Designer Module
Credit Points: 24 PHI Credits I Price from: £395 Ex.VAT
This popular module includes topic areas such as ventilation design and installation, space heating, hot water distribution and Primary Energy Renewables. <a href="">Find out more</a>
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Live Events &amp; Conferences
The Passivhaus Trust also offer further on demand courses, conferences and webinars throughout the year which also offer credit points. Take a look at their <a href="https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/our_events.php">events page</a> for further details.
Contact us to claim your bundle discount - <a href="https://coaction.org.uk/support">contact us. </a>

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* **Passivhaus Trust Courses:** [Certified Training](https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/certified_training_events.php) | [On Demand](https://passivhaus.uk/) | [Partner/Member Events](https://passivhaus.uk/)
* **Conferences / Communities / Events:** [Passivhaus Trust](https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/) | [iPHA](https://blog.passivehouse-international.org/) | [AECB](https://aecb.net/)

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**Coaction courses ( PHI renewal points)**

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**Passivhaus Trust and member approved courses**
[Certified Training](https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/certified_training_events.php) | [On Demand](https://passivhaus.uk/) | [Partner/Member Events](https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/partner_events.php)

**Conferences / Communities / Events**
[Passivhaus Trust](https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/) | [iPHA](https://blog.passivehouse-international.org/) | [AECB](https://aecb.net/)

Publicise your projects and knowledge via the [Passivhaus Trust](https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/), post on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/coaction-training/) via your personal or work profiles and tag us and join our online community [here](https://www.linkedin.com/company/coaction-training/).

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Taught by the UK’s most experienced Passivhaus professionals, you’ll gain practical, real-world insight from experts actively delivering high-performance buildings.

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A 2-day teaching block each week blends short live sessions with time allocated for self-study to help you manage study alongside your existing workload. You can also take the course one module at a time.

Designed for busy professionals

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Congratulations! Now you understand the essentials of Passivhaus site delivery and have a
certificate to prove it.*

Continue your learning with the courses and events below.

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**Passivhaus Trust and member approved courses**

[Certified Training](https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/certified_training_events.php) | [On Demand](https://passivhaus.uk/) | [Partner/Member Events](https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/partner_events.php)

**Conferences / Communities / Events**

[Passivhaus Trust](https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/our_events.php) | [iPHA](https://cms.passivehouse.com/en/ipha/events/) | [AECB](https://aecb.net/past-conferences/)

Publicise your projects and knowledge via the [Passivhaus Trust](https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/projects/), post on LinkedIn via your personal or work profiles and [tag us](https://www.linkedin.com/company/coaction-training) - together we can build better.

\*In order to review your accreditation in 5 years' time, you will need to collect 30 units of learning - renewal points to renew your certificate. Check PHI credits available for these courses and events.

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Gain recognised accreditation and confidence in tackling Passivhaus and high performance projects, understanding what quality is required and how to achieve it.

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Delivered live online over manageable 4 × 3-hour sessions — flexible & supportive format for busy contractors.

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This short strategic course draws on real‑world experience from clients, contractors and project managers, providing practical guidance on early decisions, team alignment and leadership needed to successfully deliver high-performance, low-carbon buildings.

Understand how early leadership and briefing shape building performance.

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Reduce risk and improve outcomes

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* **Coaction courses ( PHI renewal points)**
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 **Coaction courses ( PHI renewal points)**

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[Certified Training](https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/certified_training_events.php) | [On Demand](https://passivhaus.uk/) | [Partner/Member Events](https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/partner_events.php)

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[CertifiedTraining](https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/certified_training_events.php) | [On Demand](https://passivhaus.uk/) | [Partner/Member Events](https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/partner_events.php)

**Conferences / Communities / Events**

[Passivhaus Trust](https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/our_events.php) | [iPHA](https://cms.passivehouse.com/en/ipha/events/) | [AECB](https://aecb.net/past-conferences/)

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This course will change your approach to and the way you think about and implement sustainable design forever. Past course participants say  'why wasn’t I taught this earlier!'. 

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**Coaction courses ( PHI renewal points)**

Certified Passivhaus Tradesperson | Certified Passivhaus Designer | Retrofit Delivery (16 PHI) | THERM (16 PHI)

**Passivhaus Trust and member approved courses**

[Certified Training](https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/certified_training_events.php) | [On Demand](https://passivhaus.uk/) | [Partner/Member Events](https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/partner_events.php)

**Conferences / Communities / Events**

[Passivhaus Trust](https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/our_events.php) | [iPHA](https://cms.passivehouse.com/en/ipha/events/) | [AECB](https://aecb.net/past-conferences/)

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Passivhaus in Practice is a hands-on course at BE-ST, Scotland, designed to bridge the gap between design and construction.

Get real-world hands-on experience using full-scale training rigs at BE-ST’s Innovation Campus — not just theory.

Delivered by experienced Passivhaus practitioners and accredited by the Passivhaus Trust (6 PHI credit points).

Flexible, cost-effective route: one-day format, with group discounts and funding support.

Practical

Passivhaus in Practice

This course will change your approach to retrofit forever. Continue your learning with the courses below:

**Coaction courses ( PHI renewal points)**

[Passivhaus Practical](https://coaction.org.uk/courses/practical) (6 PHI) | [Certified Passivhaus Designer](https://coaction.org.uk/courses/designer) | [THERM](https://coaction.org.uk/courses/therm) (16 PHI)

**Passivhaus Trust and member approved courses**

[Certified Training](https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/certified_training_events.php) | [On Demand](https://passivhaus.uk/) | [Partner/Member Events](https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/partner_events.php)

**Conferences / Communities / Events**

[Passivhaus Trust](https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/our_events.php) | [iPHA](https://cms.passivehouse.com/en/ipha/events/) | [AECB](https://aecb.net/past-conferences/)

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Learn from real world examples how to reduce risk, achieve airtightness and deliver a successful retrofit project on site.

Gain the knowledge needed to deliver successful EnerPHit and other deep fabric retrofits on-site, exploring complexities and challenges encountered through real-world examples.

Learn how work effectively as a team to reduce risks and avoid costly unintended consequences.

Designed and taught by experienced trainers with hands-on retrofit expertise on multiple project types.

Retrofit Delivery

This course will change your approach to and the way you think about and implement sustainable design forever. 

What next? Continue learning and exploring how you can further your knowledge on the Passivhaus standard.

**Coaction courses ( PHI renewal points)**

Retrofit Delivery (16 PHI)

**Passivhaus Trust and member approved courses**

[Certified Training](https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/certified_training_events.php) | [On Demand](https://passivhaus.uk/) | [Partner/Member Events](https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/partner_events.php)

**Conferences / Communities / Events**

[Passivhaus Trust](https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/our_events.php) | [iPHA](https://cms.passivehouse.com/en/ipha/events/) | [AECB](https://aecb.net/past-conferences/)

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Design out heat loss. Discover how to use THERM software to identify and calculate 2D thermal bridges for better building performance.

Learn how to use THERM software to model 2D thermal bridges & calculate Psi-values, critical for thermal performance in low-energy/Passivhaus design. 

Ongoing access to the resources for 1 year plus earn 16 PHI Credit Points

THERM

Intro to Thermal Bridging (THERM)

I particularly appreciated the in-depth discussions on the importance of building performance data. The instructor's expertise and passion for sustainability were also inspiring, and I left the course with a clearer vision of how to implement these principles in future design work. – Michael Johnston (Q9 Cladding Solutions Ltd)

Fantastic trainers and extremely well run.

The webinar was very useful and provided us a way to apply our newfound knowledge in real-life situations. 

Architect & Passivhaus Consultant

Tim Mitchell

Testimonial - Certified Passivhaus Designer Course

&quot;Prepare to never want to design or build anything other than Passivhaus again!&quot;

Senior Architectural Assistant

Bethan Griffiths

Testimonial - THERM

&quot;You can complete the THERM course as quickly or slowly as you like to fit in with your own schedule, and there is one years course access!&quot;

Architecture Student

Siena Cornish

&quot;This course has allowed me to take a big step closer towards my dream job and opened up more opportunities for me.&quot;

Architect

Gaia D'Abrosca

Testimony - Certified Passivhaus Designer Course

&quot;I thank the trainers for sharing their practical experience with us, sometimes that helps more than theory.&quot;

Low Energy Building Designer | Passivhaus Designer

Sneha Sanu Das

&quot;Dive in with a curious mindset! It's going to be a challenging but rewarding few weeks! Guarantee you'll love the course, and the trainers will be there to keep things fun and engaging.&quot;

Sales & Project Coordinator

Lydia Brereton-Ward

Testimonial - Certified Passivhaus Tradesperson Course

&quot;The course has strengthened my technical knowledge and confidence when working on high-performance building projects. Having this qualification also adds credibility when liaising with clients.&quot;

Santa Cerbikova

&quot;For professionals who are are tired of greenwashing and genuinely passionate about actual low energy buildings.&quot;

Director

Louise Charlton

Testimonial - Certified Passivhaus Designer

&quot;The knowledge gained from this course is now integrated into the design and detailing of all practice projects. We have expanded the practice’s reach, attracting a broader range of clients and project types.&quot;

Nikki Lambert

&quot;The course have given me further confidence particularly in managing Retrofit projects and the importance of understanding building physics. Our next project is an EnerPHit which I feel much better prepared for and looking forward to it starting!&quot;

Manager

Steve Hall

Testimonial - Retrofit Delivery

&quot;The course has given me the confidence to ask the right questions if I feel the design isn't the most efficient and cost-effective way for the client.&quot;

Director - Architect - Passivhaus Designer

Stuart Clark

&quot;I fully expect this course will benefit my practice hugely going forward and now feel ready to get back into this sector with a fresh set of knowledge and skills.&quot;

Architectural Technician

Carl Roland

&quot;I feel much more technically prepared to detail and inspect the next low energy or Passivhaus project that lands on my desk.&quot;

Chartered Architectural Technologist

Dayle Wheeler

&quot;I can now apply the concept and principles across our projects to improve the sustainability of our design work.&quot;

Architect & Sustainability Consultant

Matthew Wilkins

&quot;The breadth of learning was fantastic and have an overview of services design, construction practices and economics that I never expected. I would recommend it to anyone interested in sustainable architecture.&quot;

Student

Mohammed Sheriff Umar

Passivhaus Designer for Students - testimonial

&quot;Everything about the course has been great. The content, the teaching methods, the experienced and diligent tutors, the supporting staff, resources made available, external links for further reading... (to mention but a few).&quot;

Head of Design

Tiziana Mori 

&quot;Great experienced tutors with a deep knowledge to share. The course gives you the tools to take real action on the design and construction stages to achieve energy performing buildings.&quot;

Associate

Antonietta Canta

&quot;The course really opened my eyes about the real challenges of retrofit works compared to desktop design solutions, such as space available for insulation and sequencing of works.&quot;

Modern Building Design

Arushi Gosain

&quot;This intense three-week course strengthened my understanding of energy-efficient building design. I’m looking forward to applying the principles I learned in future projects and gaining more practical experience.&quot;

Dewi Jones

&quot;A couple of schemes I am currently working on in my day-to-day role are to low carbon designs and the sessions and lessons on thermal bridging, bypass and airtightness have been invaluable.&quot;

Senior Designer

Michael Johnston

&quot;This Passive House course has been incredibly beneficial in advancing both my technical skills and my career in sustainable building design.&quot;

Senior Architect

Christopher Lewis

Passivhaus Retrofit Delivery - Testimonial

&quot;The information presented was derived from practical experience, it was clear that the process has and will continue to be a learning exercise, continually improving knowledge and execution.&quot;

Chartered Architectural Technologist 

Joe Wood

Testimonial - Introduction to THERM

&quot;The course has given me a deeper understanding of the calculation of Thermal Bridges, which I think leads to the better practice of designing out thermal bridges in designs.&quot;

Retrofit Programme Manager

Amy Somerville

&quot;A great refresher on building physics. I enjoyed applying this to the in depth case study and detailing discussions on risks, benefits, buildability and sequencing whilst hearing about others' experiences and creative solutions.&quot;

Associate & Passivhaus Designer

Seb Laan Lomas

&quot;Building physics occur in our projects whether you understand them or not. This course gives you Jedi levels of understanding.&quot;

Aurore Baulier

&quot;I now feel more confident when it comes to building fabric detailing and integrating services in projects. Having facts and data to back-up conversations with clients is also really helpful.&quot;

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