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Passive House for All: Equity and Affordability in High-Performance Housing

  • BIG Oakland 1423 Broadway Oakland, CA, 94612 United States (map)

EVENT DESCRIPTION

This event will address the challenge of making Passive House principles accessible and affordable across diverse communities. It will explore strategies for implementing high-performance design in affordable housing, retrofits, and community-led projects.

PROGRAM NARRATIVE

The event will focus on the intersection of Passive House principles, affordability, and equity in housing. Panelists will discuss innovative approaches to reduce costs, increase accessibility, and promote community-led initiatives in high-performance housing. The discussion will cover technical solutions, policy incentives, financing models, and strategies for community engagement and workforce development.

KEY TOPICS

  1. Making Passive House accessible to low-income communities and communities of color

  2. Strategies to reduce the cost premium of Passive House construction

  3. Balancing performance standards with affordability in retrofit projects

  4. Community-led Passive House projects and local economic development

  5. Innovative financing models for expanding access to Passive House

PANELISTS

  • Bronwyn Barry, Architect at Passive House BB

  • Katie Ackerly, Sustainable Design Director at David Baker Architects

  • Justin Smith, Principal at Relequity Advisory, LLC


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5:30 PM - 6:15 PM - Vendor Showcase

6:15 PM - 7:30 PM - Deep Dive Discussion with Audience Q&A

7:30 PM - 8:00 PM - Afterparty

🤝 Connect and Collaborate: This is your chance to network with the best in the business. Share ideas, forge partnerships, and discover new opportunities in the electrification landscape.

🍴 Light Refreshments: While the focus is on networking and knowledge, we'll have some small bites and drinks.

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