James Moriarty
Username
James Moriarty
Proposer First Name
James
Proposer Email
james@greenrater.com
Proposer Last Name
Moriarty
Proposer Company/Organization
Sustainable Comfort, Inc.
Proposer Phone
(413) 262-7390
Proposer Job Title
Vice President
Boston 2023 Areas of Focus
Proposer Additional Info
I am submitting on behalf of others within the organization
Proposed Session Description
With the continued adoption of the MA specialized Energy Code, the certification of Passive House buildings in MA and the wider region will continue to expand in all markets. Effective completion and certification to Passive House will be critical for timely turnover, occupancy, and efficient operation of these buildings. Learn how engaging the verification team early including in design and on-site inspections can lead to effective communication and project completion.
Diversity and Inclusiveness
All speakers are young professionals, with 2 females serving in construction field inspection roles which is traditionally male dominated construction industry.
Learning Objectives
Understand the additional program requirements for PHIUS Certification
Know the timeline of construction checks to ensure fast certification and turnover
Review on site verification process and training to on site personnel
Review whole building testing procedures and protocols
Has this session been presented before?
No
Additional Comments
Similar style to presentation from 2021 at Passive House PhiusCON Conference. New up to date verification content and process included
Target Audiences Level of Expertise
Level 2 - Some prior knowledge helpful.
Session Format
Presentation followed by facilitated discussion or breakout groups
Recommended Length
60-minute session
Strongest Content Connection - Boston 2023
Comments about your speaker roster
The selected speaker roster are all young professionals within the first 10 years of their career and engaged with the on-site inspection and testing of buildings throughout the Northeast. Their hands on experience verifying what is working (or not working) in the field is valuable insight to transfer to the design and early planning process to further project success.
Reviewer 1
Howard, Meg
Reviewer 2
Howard, Meg
Proposal #
160
Committee Decision
Being Considered
Presenters
Full Description
With more new teams being pushed to not only design, but build and certify to high performance standards, it is important the verification process is understood and that the importance of verification and testing is communicated in all aspects of design.