Phius CORE Certification
Phius
Phius Core Certification ensures climate-specific, cost-efficient builds.
Renewal costs $0 USD.
Key Strengths
- Climate-specific performance targets tailored to local conditions across North America
- Bundles DOE Efficient New Homes, EPA ENERGY STAR, and Indoor airPLUS in one pathway
- 40–60% energy savings compared to code-built structures
- Rigorous third-party quality assurance via trained HERS Raters
- Expert design-stage review reduces risk of costly performance failures
- RESNET HERS Index score automatically included for most projects
Ideal For
Phius CORE Certification is best suited for architects, builders, and developers working on new residential or multifamily construction projects who want to achieve high-performance, energy-efficient buildings. It is particularly valuable for teams in North American climates seeking a climate-specific passive building standard that also satisfies DOE, EPA ENERGY STAR, and Indoor airPLUS requirements in a single certification pathway.
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