Building Science Week is a statewide celebration of high-performance design, smart construction practices and the people shaping Maine’s built environment. Taking place the first full week of November each year, this event features hands-on workshops, expert-led programs, community site walks, exh ibits and networking, all centered around building science education. Whether you're a homeowner, builder, designer or just curious about how buildings can work better for people and the planet, there’s something here for you.

 

Building Science Week overview

Throughout the week, explore a variety of topics and activities designed to engage both professionals and the broader community, presented in a variety of formats including in person, virtual and hybrid. These will include:

  • building science basics,

  • the role of buildings in our health,

  • high-performance building,

  • building efficiency and electrification,

  • hands on, high-performance materials demonstrations, 

  • and more!

Check out all the 2026 Building Science Week events

phME Retrofit Webinar Series: Building Science & Retrofits

Wednesday, November 4, 2026 | 12:00PM - 1:00PM

Join us for our quarterly phME Retrofit Webinar Series! This month our webinar falls during Building Science Week and we'll be hearing from the experts about the role that Building Science plays in your retrofit, and giving you the foundational basics you need to make strong choices with your projects.

Thank you to our Retrofit Webinar Series Sponsor, Evergreen Home Performance!

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phME Lunch & Learn Series: Zehnder America

Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 11:00AM - 1:00PM

Zehnder America delivers high-performance ventilation systems that enhance indoor comfort while maintaining exceptional energy efficiency. Their Heat and Energy Recovery Ventilators work seamlessly with precision air distribution systems and dependable filters to keep your home or building consistently fresh, quiet, and comfortable – no matter the weather outside. They will provide an overview of their systems and the benefits to homes you're living in or building.

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2026 Green Home + Design Awards

Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 5:00PM - 7:30PM

Join us as we celebrate the best of green building, showcasing projects that minimize operational energy needs, reduce embodied carbon, emphasize occupant and environmental health, and prioritize sustainability in home and landscape.

Browse the submissions, network with industry peers and celebrate the 2026 winners!

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Be part of Building Science Week!


passivhausMAINE invites organizations, agencies, municipalities, businesses, and individuals to join us in making Building Science Week a dynamic, community-powered event.

Whether you’d like to co-present a workshop, host your own event, contribute educational content or help amplify the message online, there are many ways to participate. Together, we can grow awareness, share knowledge, and celebrate smart, sustainable building across Maine.

Email Dori (dori@passivhausmaine.org) for more information or to get connected and partner with us to launch Building Science Week!