Code Watchenergy codesICCIECCICC Helps Special Interests Steamroll Code Development Process The ICC wants to change how the nation’s model building energy code is developed—moving it from an... Jan 4, 2021 1:05:57 PMReading time2 min read
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plumbingCode WatchIAPMONew Guide Addresses Stagnant Water in Buildings with Low Occupancy IAPMO water expert explains the importance of addressing water stagnation in low-occupancy... Dec 23, 2020 8:15:00 AMReading time2 min read
InsulationCode WatchBuilding ScienceCavitymate System Insulates and Seals Brick Exteriors Combining expanding sealant with specially formulated rigid foam from DuPont solves several... Nov 5, 2020 8:21:49 AMReading time1 min read
plumbingCode WatchIAPMOPrevent Stagnant Water in Home Plumbing Systems A new Water Demand Calculator predicts the peak indoor water demand of a residential plumbing... Oct 21, 2020 5:28:56 PMReading time2 min read
Code WatchwildfireAustin Uses Code to Protect Against Wildfire Austin became the first major city in Texas to adopt a Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) code in... Oct 6, 2020 10:56:47 AMReading time2 min read
Climate ChangeCode Watchbuilding codesVancouver, B.C., Tries Zero Emissions Space and Water Heating Vancouver’s city council approved recommended amendments/updates to building bylaws titled “Climate... Sep 9, 2020 9:37:13 AMReading time2 min read
Code WatchICCcoronavirusICC Offers Advice on Remote Virtual Inspections Remote inspections are necessary as coronavirus stymies physical walkthroughs. If you are... Sep 2, 2020 2:00:34 PMReading time1 min read
Impact SeriesCode WatchBuilding Sciencenet zeroDOE WebinarNet Zero Webinar—Building Science and Consumer Expectations This webinar covers success strategies for net-zero building, including optimizing high-performance... Aug 25, 2020 6:02:06 PMReading time
energy efficiencyCode WatchHome Energy Efficiency Data Sways Buyers A new report from the American Council on an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) proves home energy... Aug 20, 2020 2:17:21 PMReading time2 min read
Code WatchIECCIAPMOHow to Use the Performance Path to Meet Energy Code Compliance This new resource provides an overview of performance path options for meeting IECC requirements.... Jul 28, 2020 9:41:38 AMReading time1 min read
VISION HouseCode WatchVISION House CascadesIAPMONew Guidance for Atmospheric Water Generators ASSE standard for atmospheric water generators designated an American National Standard.... Jul 27, 2020 1:08:00 PMReading time1 min read