web02.fireside.fm Sun, 14 Jun 2026 04:58:52 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Pro Clima Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Moisture Management” https://proclimanz.fireside.fm/tags/moisture%20management Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +1200 Welcome to the pro clima Podcast, where we're dedicated to fostering better building practices in New Zealand. Our mission is to inspire and educate people to create healthy, durable and energy-efficient buildings to live, learn, work and play in — now, and for generations to come. Throughout this podcast series, we will talk to architects, builders and homeowners delving into various aspects of building design, construction techniques, and sustainable living. Here's what you can expect from our episodes: Expert Interviews / Case Studies / Homeowner Perspectives / Emerging Trends and Technologies / Audience Engagement By bringing together diverse perspectives and expertise, we hope to empower our audience with the knowledge and inspiration needed to create buildings that not only meet our immediate needs but also contribute to a healthier, more resilient future for all. Join us on this journey towards better building practices in New Zealand. en-us episodic Podcast by Pro Clima New Zealand Pro Clima NZ Ltd Welcome to the pro clima Podcast, where we're dedicated to fostering better building practices in New Zealand. Our mission is to inspire and educate people to create healthy, durable and energy-efficient buildings to live, learn, work and play in — now, and for generations to come. Throughout this podcast series, we will talk to architects, builders and homeowners delving into various aspects of building design, construction techniques, and sustainable living. Here's what you can expect from our episodes: Expert Interviews / Case Studies / Homeowner Perspectives / Emerging Trends and Technologies / Audience Engagement By bringing together diverse perspectives and expertise, we hope to empower our audience with the knowledge and inspiration needed to create buildings that not only meet our immediate needs but also contribute to a healthier, more resilient future for all. Join us on this journey towards better building practices in New Zealand. no pro clima, pro, clima, proclima, pro clima podcast, proclima podcast, proclimapodcast Pro Clima NZ Ltd podcast@proclima.co.nz Episode 38: High Performance Renovations - Jason Quinn https://proclimanz.fireside.fm/38-podcast-jason-quinn 075a6beb-430e-494c-ad32-fe0e7d7e7b33 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +1200 Pro Clima NZ Ltd full 1 Pro Clima NZ Ltd Simon Cator sits down with Jason Quinn to chat about High Performance Renovations 30:30 no <p>Jason Quinn, founder of Sustainable Engineering Limited, shares insights from his upcoming book on deep energy retrofits in New Zealand and explains why improving existing buildings is critical for creating healthier, more energy-efficient homes.<br> In the episode, Jason discusses the importance of taking “performance snapshots” to properly assess a building before beginning retrofit work, along with the benefits of prioritising the building fabric before relying on mechanical systems. He highlights a standout retrofit project that reduced energy consumption from 370 kWh/m²/year to just 58 kWh/m²/year, demonstrating what’s possible with the right approach.<br> Jason also explores the role of mechanical ventilation in improving occupant health and comfort, the advantages of external retrofitting methods, and why practical, high-performance solutions are becoming increasingly important in New Zealand. Supported by the New Zealand Green Building Council and EECA, his book aims to provide designers, architects, and builders with a clear pathway toward achieving the best possible retrofit projects.<br> Special Guest: Jason Quinn.</p> high performance, air tightness, building enclosure, air leakage, passive house, ERV, HRV, moisture management, insulation, ventilation, dehumidification, ground source heat, timeless buildings, control layers, energy efficiency, construction industry. Jason Quinn, founder of Sustainable Engineering Limited, shares insights from his upcoming book on deep energy retrofits in New Zealand and explains why improving existing buildings is critical for creating healthier, more energy-efficient homes.
In the episode, Jason discusses the importance of taking “performance snapshots” to properly assess a building before beginning retrofit work, along with the benefits of prioritising the building fabric before relying on mechanical systems. He highlights a standout retrofit project that reduced energy consumption from 370 kWh/m²/year to just 58 kWh/m²/year, demonstrating what’s possible with the right approach.
Jason also explores the role of mechanical ventilation in improving occupant health and comfort, the advantages of external retrofitting methods, and why practical, high-performance solutions are becoming increasingly important in New Zealand. Supported by the New Zealand Green Building Council and EECA, his book aims to provide designers, architects, and builders with a clear pathway toward achieving the best possible retrofit projects.

Special Guest: Jason Quinn.

]]> Jason Quinn, founder of Sustainable Engineering Limited, shares insights from his upcoming book on deep energy retrofits in New Zealand and explains why improving existing buildings is critical for creating healthier, more energy-efficient homes.
In the episode, Jason discusses the importance of taking “performance snapshots” to properly assess a building before beginning retrofit work, along with the benefits of prioritising the building fabric before relying on mechanical systems. He highlights a standout retrofit project that reduced energy consumption from 370 kWh/m²/year to just 58 kWh/m²/year, demonstrating what’s possible with the right approach.
Jason also explores the role of mechanical ventilation in improving occupant health and comfort, the advantages of external retrofitting methods, and why practical, high-performance solutions are becoming increasingly important in New Zealand. Supported by the New Zealand Green Building Council and EECA, his book aims to provide designers, architects, and builders with a clear pathway toward achieving the best possible retrofit projects.

Special Guest: Jason Quinn.

]]> Episode 37: 8 Fundamentals to Home Design - Chris Laumer-Giddens https://proclimanz.fireside.fm/37-podcast-chris-laumer-giddens 119acc5d-3d2c-44e9-8e8a-0f7b6070e82c Wed, 06 May 2026 10:00:00 +1200 Pro Clima NZ Ltd full 1 Pro Clima NZ Ltd Chris shares his career journey and why airtight building envelopes are critical for preventing moisture and mould. 56:55 no <p>Chris Laumer-Giddens shares his journey into architecture and why airtight building envelopes are critical for preventing moisture and mould. Drawing on a Passive House project that achieved zero air leakage, he highlights what’s possible with the right approach.<br> Chris also advocates for simpler, more durable design, challenges over-complicated solutions like spray foam, and explains why ERVs can outperform HRVs when it comes to moisture control — all while keeping long-term comfort and building performance front of mind.<br> Special Guest: Chris Laumer-Giddens.</p> air tightness, building enclosure, air leakage, passive house, ERV, HRV, moisture management, insulation, ventilation, dehumidification, ground source heat, timeless buildings, control layers, energy efficiency, construction industry. Chris Laumer-Giddens shares his journey into architecture and why airtight building envelopes are critical for preventing moisture and mould. Drawing on a Passive House project that achieved zero air leakage, he highlights what’s possible with the right approach.
Chris also advocates for simpler, more durable design, challenges over-complicated solutions like spray foam, and explains why ERVs can outperform HRVs when it comes to moisture control — all while keeping long-term comfort and building performance front of mind.

Special Guest: Chris Laumer-Giddens.

]]> Chris Laumer-Giddens shares his journey into architecture and why airtight building envelopes are critical for preventing moisture and mould. Drawing on a Passive House project that achieved zero air leakage, he highlights what’s possible with the right approach.
Chris also advocates for simpler, more durable design, challenges over-complicated solutions like spray foam, and explains why ERVs can outperform HRVs when it comes to moisture control — all while keeping long-term comfort and building performance front of mind.

Special Guest: Chris Laumer-Giddens.

]]> Episode 1: Joe Lstiburek https://proclimanz.fireside.fm/01-podcast-joseph-lstiburek a9369ff7-61ea-4385-ab04-e24da93aa156 Tue, 09 Apr 2024 12:00:00 +1200 Pro Clima NZ Ltd full 1 Pro Clima NZ Ltd In the first episode of the pro clima podcast, Joe Lstiburek discusses the importance of learning from past building mistakes, particularly regarding weather issues seen in the US and Canada in the past, urging the New Zealand construction industry to avoid repeating them. He also emphasizes the significance of balanced ventilation strategies and ongoing education to prevent future challenges. 50:51 no <p><em>"It's not a rocket science, it's a building science!"</em></p> <p>In the first episode of the pro clima podcast, we're talking to Joe Lstiburek, the Godfather of Building Science. He delves into his journey from designer to advocate for improved building practices, emphasizing the importance of learning from past mistakes, like weathertightness issues seen in the US or Canada. He reckons the New Zealand construction industry should learn from these mistakes, not keep repeating them. Joe also discusses ventilation concerns and the role of dehumidifiers, suggesting a balanced approach to efficiency. Additionally, he talks about upcoming advancements in design and materials. He stresses the need for education to prevent similar problems from arising in the future. Special Guest: Joe Lstiburek.</p> improved building practices, better building, weathertightness, ventilation, building education, construction education, ventilation strategies, weathertightness strategy, moisture management "It's not a rocket science, it's a building science!"

In the first episode of the pro clima podcast, we're talking to Joe Lstiburek, the Godfather of Building Science. He delves into his journey from designer to advocate for improved building practices, emphasizing the importance of learning from past mistakes, like weathertightness issues seen in the US or Canada. He reckons the New Zealand construction industry should learn from these mistakes, not keep repeating them. Joe also discusses ventilation concerns and the role of dehumidifiers, suggesting a balanced approach to efficiency. Additionally, he talks about upcoming advancements in design and materials. He stresses the need for education to prevent similar problems from arising in the future.

Special Guest: Joe Lstiburek.

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In the first episode of the pro clima podcast, we're talking to Joe Lstiburek, the Godfather of Building Science. He delves into his journey from designer to advocate for improved building practices, emphasizing the importance of learning from past mistakes, like weathertightness issues seen in the US or Canada. He reckons the New Zealand construction industry should learn from these mistakes, not keep repeating them. Joe also discusses ventilation concerns and the role of dehumidifiers, suggesting a balanced approach to efficiency. Additionally, he talks about upcoming advancements in design and materials. He stresses the need for education to prevent similar problems from arising in the future.

Special Guest: Joe Lstiburek.

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