Passivhaus Masterclass 2027

As Passivhaus moves from pioneering projects into mainstream practice, the focus is shifting from whether high-performance buildings can be delivered to how we deliver them at scale. 

Through a combination of technical deep-dives, policy and funding insights, and detailed project case studies, the series examines the opportunities and challenges involved in scaling high-performance new build and retrofit projects. Across six focused, expert-led sessions, you’ll gain the practical insights and technical know-how you need to drive ambitious Passivhaus projects forward.

This must-attend series is for anyone involved or interested in Passivhaus design and delivery. With an introductory level first session in January, the following five sessions are at an advanced masterclass level and zero in on various aspects that will see you confidently scaling delivery. Buy the whole series and access on-demand recordings, and earn valuable PHI credit points.

Book the full series delivered once per month, or a single event ticket. Topics include:

• 27th January | Passivhaus certification

• 24th February | Good Passivhaus design and low lifecycle carbon and cost

• 31st March | Passivhaus procurement

• 28th April | Managing Retrofit - EnerPHit Unit and step by step

• 26th May | Passivhaus and fire protection

• 30th June | Overheating details

NB – programme TBC, dates are provisional & subject to changes. 

• An advanced series of six live online sessions, run one masterclass lecture per month. Starting from January 2027, and ending in June 2027.

• Session one is an introductory level session and FREE to PHT members.

• The five remaining sessions are advanced level.

• Masterclass lectures will be held monthly and delivered at 1pm on Thursday afternoons.

• The duration of each Masterclass lecture is approximately 1hour 30 minutes, with the first at 1 hour 45 minutes.

These advanced level masterclasses are for anyone involved in delivering large scale projects, including Passivhaus Designers / Consultants, architects, contractors and services engineers, as well as informed clients and decision-makers.

27th January | 13.00 to 14.45

The Trust's 2027 Passivhaus Masterclass series kicks off with a special launch event, free for Passivhaus Trust members, exploring the value of Passivhaus Certification and how to make it a success.

This special launch session offers a behind-the-scenes insight into the UK Certifiers Circle, including a look at upcoming publications and the collective expertise available through this network of Passivhaus specialists.

The main session will be led by members of the UK Certifiers Circle, sharing practical advice on how to plan for successful certification from the outset, work effectively with your certifier and make the most of the opportunities certification brings. This includes tapping into an international pool of expertise to help address project challenges, explore solutions and support the delivery of high-quality buildings that perform as intended.

While the wider 2027 Masterclass series is aimed at a more advanced audience, this free member event will take an inclusive, intermediate-level approach, making it accessible to a broad range of professionals looking to strengthen their understanding of certification and its role in successful Passivhaus projects.

Whether you are new to certification or looking to get more from the process, join us to explore how certification can support better outcomes for your projects.