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Available On-Demand | 2 Formal CPD Points Smart Plus Academy Series Approved by the Institute's Refuel CPD Provider Network.
The second part of our Passivhaus series will take you on a transformative journey, exploring the intersection of health, sustainability, and affordability in the built environment. You'll gain a deep understanding of the vital role that buildings play in shaping our well-being, the environment, and our economies. Health: Discover the profound impact that buildings have on our health and well-being. Explore how factors like indoor air quality, thermal comfort, and proper insulation can prevent respiratory diseases and promote a healthy living environment. Learn how the Passivhaus standard can ensure optimal indoor conditions, leading to better sleep, reduced pollution-related illnesses, and enhanced overall health. Sustainability: Dive into the pressing issue of climate change and explore how buildings can be part of the solution. Understand the significance of reducing CO2 emissions and implementing renewable energy sources like solar and wind power. Learn about energy-efficient building design, innovative storage solutions, and the role of the building sector in achieving significant energy savings. Discover how sustainable buildings contribute to a better quality of life, cost savings, and a brighter future for generations to come. Affordability: Uncover the link between sustainability and affordability in the building industry. Gain insights into the economic costs and human casualties caused by climate change. Explore the concept of green premiums and the potential for carbon capture technologies to reverse the effects of climate change. Understand how energy-efficient buildings can lead to lower conditioning bills, reduced public health spending, and improved quality of life. Discover the unique advantages of Passivhaus investments, including long-term return on investment and potential benefits such as lower interest rates and subsidies.
On completion of this course participants should be able to:
Passivhaus: Part 2 will deliver outcomes related to the following Competencies from the 2015 National Standard of Competency for Architects: DESIGN: CONCEPTUAL DESIGN 3.3 Design response incorporates assessment of the physical location and relevant wider regional, contextual and environmental issues. DESIGN: SCHEMATIC DESIGN 4.5 Investigation and integration of appropriate structural, construction, service and transport systems in the project design. 4.7 Coordination and integration of appropriate environmental systems, including for thermal comfort, lighting and acoustics.
Passivhaus: Part 2 will deliver outcomes related to the following Competencies from the 2021 National Standard of Competency for Architects: PROJECT INITIATION AND CONCEPTUAL DESIGN PC31 Be able to identify, analyse and integrate information relevant to environmental sustainability – such as energy and water consumption, resources depletion, waste, embodied carbon and carbon emissions – over the lifecycle of a project.
PC33 Be able to investigate, coordinate and integrate sustainable environmental systems – including water, thermal, lighting and acoustics – in response to consultants’ advice.
Daniel Kress
Founder, Smart Plus Academy Daniel, founder and head trainer at Smart Plus Academy, is known for his engaging, conversational teaching style. As a visionary engineer, entrepreneur, and educator, he excels at simplifying complex concepts and connecting industries. With experience in construction and sustainable building, Daniel has a dual master's degree in Civil and Structural Engineering, specializing in building physics and science. His passion for sustainability led him to contribute to a European Union research project on sustainable building practices. At 37, he founded Smart Plus Academy (SPA), which has educated the majority of Australia's certified Passive House professionals. Daniel's mission is to make Passivhaus knowledge accessible globally, promoting sustainable building practices and creating a lasting, positive impact on the cons
Julia Kiefer
Architect / Senior Trainer Certified Passive House Designer Julia is a senior trainer and passionate architect who has been sharing her expertise in Australia since 2006. She has worked for leading architectural firms in Melbourne, Perth, and Darwin, gaining invaluable insights into Australia's diverse geographic regions and unique climate challenges. Julia is deeply committed to sustainability and energy-efficient building design and became a Certified Passive House Designer in 2018. Since then, she has been dedicated to driving change in the building industry and educating Australians on creating comfortable, healthy, and eco-friendly living spaces. In 2020, Julia joined Smart Plus Academy as a senior Passive House trainer, expanding her impact by educating building professionals across Australia about the Passive House standard. She shares her passion and expertise to inspire a new generation of sustainable building practitioners. Julia is excited about the global expansion and impact envisioned by SPA and remains committed to empowering others with the knowledge and skills needed to make a lasting, positive difference in the building industry and the world at large.
FORMAL CPD: Non Members $148 Members $98
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