Monte Paulsen, EA, CPHC, PHI Building Certifier, was one of Canada’s most experienced Passive House professionals. He led a multi-city Passive House team that consulted on or certified more than 70 projects—totalling over 4 million square feet—including homes, offices, affordable mid-rise buildings, and luxury high-rise buildings.
Monte was also a respected Passive House trainer, having helped more than 100 professionals earn their Certified Passive House Designer (CPHD) credential. His teaching ranged from introductory one-day overviews to advanced multi-day workshops.
Monte was a founding board member and volunteer with Passive House Canada and previously managed his own Passive House consulting firm, which merged with RDH Building Science in 2016. He later joined the Climate Ready Buildings Group where he advised on strategies to accelerate building adaptation, supported building owners with retrofit planning, and guided architects and developers on long-term resilience tactics.
Monte continued to contribute to the Passive House community and advance Indigenous affordable housing initiatives until his passing in 2024. His contributions to the growth of high-performance building in Canada continue to influence designers, builders, and students across the country.
This course is dedicated to Monte’s legacy and the impact he made on advancing high-performance, affordable housing solutions.
