Christina Aßmann
Username
Christina Aßmann
Proposer First Name
Christina
Proposer Email
christina@passivetopositive.com
Proposer Last Name
Aßmann
Proposer Phone
(315) 464-0049
Proposer Job Title
Sustainability Consultant
Proposed Session Description
Passive House and mass timber can be mutually beneficial. This session focuses on the significance of thermal bridge considerations. Besides influencing energy usage, thermal bridge mitigation reduces condensation risk, increases occupant comfort, and improves assembly durability. We will explore the thermal and embodied carbon benefits of CLT, compare wood to steel studs from a thermal and embodied carbon standpoint, and evaluate thermal breaks in windows and rainscreen applications.
Why is this session important?
Passive House and mass timber have been at the forefront of recent construction trends. However, to date they are rarely combined. Energy Codes are becoming stricter and attention to detail more and more important. The synergies and strategies presented will give the audience knowledge and tools for problem-solving and an improved overall project outcome.
Diversity and Inclusiveness
This presentation is not expressly about diversity, equity and inclusion issues, however our commitment to the use of Passive House and mass timber stems from our concern about the most universal threat to mankind and to life on the planet. In one sense this is the most democratizing and equalizing crisis in all of history. No one will escape the impacts of this potential catastrophe. We are also mindful that it will most severely affect underserved communities.
Learning Objectives
Discuss the thermal bridge requirements of the Energy Codes and Passive House Standard
Develop thermal bridge mitigation detailing
Develop thermal bridge mitigation detailing
Demonstrate the synergies between Passive House and Mass Timber
Has this session been presented before?
No
Additional Comments
Passive to Positive has previously presented on the synergies between the two and showcased case studies and the benefits afforded by the overlay of the two that would otherwise not manifest alone. Jim D’Aloisio has presented on Thermal Bridging and the different facets of structural considerations. Since our philosophies and approaches align, we thought it would be a compelling presentation to bring the two together. We will share case studies and project examples to highlight different issues and solutions.
Target Audiences Level of Expertise
Level 2 - Some prior knowledge helpful.

NYC 2023 Areas of Focus

Recommended Length
60-minute session

Strongest Content Connection - NYC 2023

Reviewer 1
McLaughlin, Gwen
Reviewer 2
Bitossi, Tommaso
Proposal #
164
Committee Decision
Being Considered

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