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Chapter initiatives.

Advocacy.

Support and promote passive building strategies with the intent of removing regulatory barriers, encouraging incentives, and otherwise improving the standard of building in Minnesota through public policy.

Direct engagement with regulatory bodies
Coalition-building with like-minded professionals and organizations
Outreach to media and the general public in support of ongoing policy efforts

Outreach.

Support, promote, and grow the Phius community in Minnesota through meaningful web presence, educational opportunities, professional and social events focusing on

Marketing
Web Content
Event Planning

Projects - Multifamily.

Promote passive house design strategies in multifamily practice by

Creating conversations with developers / builders to promote and increase understanding of the Phius standard
Utilizing data from current multifamily projects in other states to make the environmental and financial case for Phius
Learning common details / experiences that pop up during the design and construction of Phius certified multifamily projects

Projects - Single family.

Promote passive house principles within the local single-family practice by

Educating builders and clients about the benefits of implementing passive house principles
Serving the needs of Phius MN members and professionals working within the single-family realm
Collaborate with partners to provide learning opportunities for members and grow the MN passive house community