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RIAS CPD: Development of a Passivhaus Equivalent in Scotland

Monday 5th February 2024, 12:30-13:30 (online)

Event description:

Join Sarah Lewis, Research Policy, and Education Director at the UK Passivhaus Trust, as she delves into the ongoing collaboration with the Energy Standards Review Working Group to define an equivalent to the Passivhaus standard for Scotland. Gain valuable insights into the development process and the considerations shaping the future of Scottish building standards, followed by Jonathan Hines, Managing Director of Archetype and Board member of the Passivhaus Trust. He will share lessons from his extensive background in delivering Passivhaus buildings, offering illuminating insights learned and best practices gleaned from real-world projects. Don't miss this opportunity to stay informed and actively participate in the conversation.

Please note this could contribute towards the ARB 2024 mandatory requirement for CPD on ‘Environmental Sustainability’.

About the speakers:

Sarah Lewis, Research & Policy Director, UK Passivhaus Trust

Sarah, an architect and Passivhaus consultant, has played a pivotal role in many significant UK Passivhaus projects. Currently serving as the Research, Policy, and Education Director for the UK Passivhaus Trust, she ardently advocates for sustainable building practices and strives to diminish the environmental footprint of the UK built environment. Sarah was recognised in 2013 as one of the Top 20 Women in sustainable architecture by AJ. In 2018, she received the European Sustainability & Environmental Women of the Year award, highlighting her influential contributions to advancing low-energy architecture.

Jonathan Hines, Managing Director of Architype, Board member, UK Passivhaus Trust

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Please note: this CPD is free and exclusive to current RIAS members only. To join or find out more, please see here

Sarah Lewis, Research & Policy Director, UK Passivhaus Trust