PHRC Projects

The PHRC has a mandate to transfer knowledge by providing the necessary training and education to the wide variety of groups that make up the housing industry. The projects that are described below are in response to the recommendations from the PHRC’s Industry Advisory Council and reflect the current needs within the housing industry.

Program Development

HVAC Design and Installation
IRC Framing Design & Code Compliance

Applied Research

Review of Using Hempcrete for Home Building as an Affordable and Sustainable Strategy

About

The Pennsylvania Housing Research Center serves the home building industry and the residents of Pennsylvania by improving the quality and affordability of housing.

We conduct applied research, foster the development and commercialization of innovative technologies, and transfer appropriate technologies to the housing community.