We band together, to get better outcomes for the collective

Welcome message

Welcome to the Australian Passivhaus Association, a community of market leaders. Like us, you’re probably here because you know that we can do better, Australian’s deserve better and likely, you also share a burning desire to ensure we leave the world a better place for generations to come.

We're thrilled to have you as part of our diverse community built environment professionals and enthusiasts.  As a member, you'll have access to a wealth of resources, benefits and opportunities.

When becoming a member of an Association the rule of thumb is that you get our of it what you put in. The Association is a vehicle for us to share data, projects, experiences, information that can be used to advocate and educate the benefit of the collective. The positive thing about an Association is that all roads lead to Rome - so to speak! The higher the engagement from our members, the higher the advocacy, educational and promotional outcomes for passivhaus, equally and directly correlated, members will find their services benefit in the same trajectory.

Our team have created a handy Member Induction Guide below. To use it, click on each of the areas below, and the drop down will include an overview and access information for each service

 Thank you,   

Alexia Lidas,

Chief Executive Officer

Who we represent

Educational opportunities

Stay up to date on the latest Passivhaus research, design, and construction techniques, discounts on Association events, training courses and workshops

  • APA Membership provides discounts on a variety of courses, workshops and passivhaus software.​ At times we also seek discounts and offers from third parties to offer our Members. Please click here for our major courses to offer.

    ACCESS- Discounts are automatically calculated in cart.

  • We offer our members a monthly CPD series to maintain their PH points. These webinars are held free of charge for APA members. This series will qualify for a variety of other CPD programs informal points, please contact the relevant organisation to confirm if it will meet their requirements directly.

    ACCESS - The full list of events we offer is available on our website.

  • Most webinars are free and exclusively available for our members to view on demand.

  • Site tours are critical educational experiences for APA members, industry members, and the public.

    The APA Site Tour Planning Guide is designed to help our volunteers and members plan a tour by explaining how the process works, key considerations, and what support they can expect from APA staff. APA encourages members to bring their prospective clients to site tours or projects where tours are running.

    This will help prospective clients understand and experience Passive House firsthand.

  • APA offers complimentary 1-hour Introductory Passivhaus 101 Presentation for Corporate Members​
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    • Comprehensive Overview: Learn the fundamentals of Passivhaus principles.​

    • Market Insights: Understand the Passivhaus market in Australia, including key projects and growth opportunities.​

    • Getting Started: Learn how to upskill your team and start implementing Passivhaus standards, while exploring ways to enhance your team's knowledge base.​

    Click Here to book now

Access Resources

Access member only discussion board, resources, get advice and guidance from our experienced Passivhaus professionals

  • Visit the APA website and click on the "Member Portal" Tab

  • Click on "Register Now" to create a new account using your membership details.

    • Complete your member profile with current contact information, professional details, and interests.​

    • Upload a profile picture & company logo and bio to personalise your account.​

    • Add Your Staff and Colleagues:Include staff and colleagues that you want to upskill in Passivhaus as sub-members. Depending on your membership type, you can add from 10 to 50 staff members without any extra cost.

Engage with our community

Connect with other Passivhaus enthusiasts and build your professional network

  • Join your local chapter and attend regular chapter meetings.​

    • Connect with other members through the online directory.​

    • Participate in forums and discussion groups to share knowledge and experiences.​

    • View the calendar for upcoming events, workshops, and webinars.

    • Host your local event 

  • Access exclusive member resources, including webinar recordings, educational materials, and industry reports. Certification guidelines, member logos for marketing, and more.

    Follow these steps on the video

    • Browse available committees and working groups here.​

    • Sign up to participate and contribute to the development of Passivhaus standards and practices in Australia.

  • The annual conference will cover everything from technical PH implementation to inspiring stories about the impact the building standard is making in the world right now.

    Leading product and component suppliers and manufacturers will demonstrate their products in our Trade Show.

  • Members could share your Passivhaus News and Stories, and submit your constructive feedback, compliments, and comments fostering a culture of continual improvement. 

Marketing and Promotion

  • Sponsor events and webinars to increase your visibility or host an APA event at your venue.​

  • Use the APA logo for your marketing collateral and websites, and download the print-ready APA flag to display at your project site.

    Refer to the video on the left for more information.

  • Support the organisation with PH ​Tool Kit - Marketing 

Advocacy, Influence & Industry Leadership

Help advocate for the Passivhaus standard and advance sustainable building practices across Australia through our advocacy and outreach efforts

  • Shape the future of Passivhaus in Australia by joining APA committees and working groups.

  • Contribute to the growth of the Passivhaus market in Australia and influence the industry's direction.

  • Nominate key stakeholders that you work with from policy and government sectors for the Passivhaus incubator program.