IIBEC Advocacy -

Supporting Building Enclosure Consultants Across North America

Our mission is to influence public policy, improve building performance standards, and ensure fair procurement practices for architectural and engineering (A/E) design professionals.

Key Areas of Focus:

Government Advocacy for Building Enclosure Consultants
Representing the building enclosure industry at all levels of government, promoting legislation and regulations that support high-quality design and construction practices.
Promoting High-Performance Building Codes
Advocating for modern, science-based building codes that enhance energy efficiency, resilience, and occupant safety in commercial and institutional buildings.
Leadership in Industry Standards Development
Participating on key committees within ASHRAE, ASTM, and the International Code Council (ICC) to shape life-safety and performance standards that align with the realities of building enclosure consulting.
Public Awareness and Education
Educating the public and industry stakeholders on the critical role of building enclosure consultants in delivering high-performance buildings that are safe, sustainable, and cost-effective.
Fair Procurement of A/E Design Services
Advocating for transparency in public procurement processes to ensure qualified professionals are selected based on merit, not lowest cost—protecting the integrity of the design process and the public investment.

IIBEC POLICY STATEMENTS

IIBEC TECHNICAL ADVISORIES

Questionable Public Procurement?

Have you seen a procurement (RFP, RFQ, Tender, or other bid form) that you believe is flawed? Let us know so we can engage with local procurement officials while you remain anonymous.

Procurement Questionnaire

Preference for IIBEC Credentials?

To assist in creating case studies on the benefits of working with IIBEC credential holders on building enclosure projects, IIBEC is collecting data on requirements or preference given to IIBEC credential holders.

Credential Questionnaire

News and Press

Michael Hadden, July 16, 1956–February 2, 2026

Michael Hadden, RRO®, an IIBEC member for 20 years, died February 2, 2026. A participant in more than 25 IIBEC events, Hadden most recently attended the 2025 IIBEC Building Enclosure Symposium in St. Louis, Missouri.

Image of IIBEC letter to Georgia about House Bill 669

Safety First, Not Savings: IIBEC Sounds Alarm on Cooperative Purchasing Bills

By Irene Butler IIBEC is raising concerns about legislation in both Georgia and Virginia that would expand cooperative…

An image of an IIBEC Letter on Mississippi House Bill 1730

IIBEC Opposes Bill Requiring Steep-Slope Roofs on Public Facilities

In January, the Mississippi House of Representatives passed a bill that would require all public facilities to be designed with a minimum roof slope of 3:12. If enacted, this legislation would effectively prohibit the use of low-slope roof systems on public buildings.

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IIBEC Advocacy

IIBEC Advocacy -

Supporting Building Enclosure Consultants Across North America

Our mission is to influence public policy, improve building performance standards, and ensure fair procurement practices for architectural and engineering (A/E) design professionals.

Key Areas of Focus:

Government Advocacy for Building Enclosure Consultants
Representing the building enclosure industry at all levels of government, promoting legislation and regulations that support high-quality design and construction practices.

Promoting High-Performance Building Codes
Advocating for modern, science-based building codes that enhance energy efficiency, resilience, and occupant safety in commercial and institutional buildings.

Leadership in Industry Standards Development
Participating on key committees within ASHRAE, ASTM, and the International Code Council (ICC) to shape life-safety and performance standards that align with the realities of building enclosure consulting.

Public Awareness and Education
Educating the public and industry stakeholders on the critical role of building enclosure consultants in delivering high-performance buildings that are safe, sustainable, and cost-effective.

Fair Procurement of A/E Design Services
Advocating for transparency in public procurement processes to ensure qualified professionals are selected based on merit, not lowest cost—protecting the integrity of the design process and the public investment.

Questionable Public Procurement?

Have you seen a procurement (RFP, RFQ, Tender, or other bid form) that you believe is flawed? Let us know so we can engage with local procurement officials while you remain anonymous.

Preference for IIBEC Credentials?

To assist in creating case studies on the benefits of working with IIBEC credential holders on building enclosure projects, IIBEC is collecting data on requirements or preference given to IIBEC credential holders.

News and Press

IIBEC Advocacy

IIBEC Advocacy -

Supporting Building Enclosure Consultants Across North America

Our mission is to influence public policy, improve building performance standards, and ensure fair procurement practices for architectural and engineering (A/E) design professionals.

Key Areas of Focus:

Government Advocacy for Building Enclosure Consultants Representing the building enclosure industry at all levels of government, promoting legislation and regulations that support high-quality design and construction practices.

Promoting High-Performance Building Codes Advocating for modern, science-based building codes that enhance energy efficiency, resilience, and occupant safety in commercial and institutional buildings.

Leadership in Industry Standards Development Participating on key committees within ASHRAE, ASTM, and the International Code Council (ICC) to shape life-safety and performance standards that align with the realities of building enclosure consulting.

Public Awareness and Education Educating the public and industry stakeholders on the critical role of building enclosure consultants in delivering high-performance buildings that are safe, sustainable, and cost-effective.

Fair Procurement of A/E Design Services Advocating for transparency in public procurement processes to ensure qualified professionals are selected based on merit, not lowest cost—protecting the integrity of the design process and the public investment.

Questionable Public Procurement?

Have you seen a procurement (RFP, RFQ, Tender, or other bid form) that you believe is flawed? Let us know so we can engage with local procurement officials while you remain anonymous.

Preference for IIBEC Credentials?

To assist in creating case studies on the benefits of working with IIBEC credential holders on building enclosure projects, IIBEC is collecting data on requirements or preference given to IIBEC credential holders.

News and Press

Government Advocacy for Building Enclosure Consultants
Representing the building enclosure industry at all levels of government, promoting legislation and regulations that support high-quality design and construction practices.

Promoting High-Performance Building Codes
Advocating for modern, science-based building codes that enhance energy efficiency, resilience, and occupant safety in commercial and institutional buildings.

Leadership in Industry Standards Development
Participating on key committees within ASHRAE, ASTM, and the International Code Council (ICC) to shape life-safety and performance standards that align with the realities of building enclosure consulting.

Public Awareness and Education
Educating the public and industry stakeholders on the critical role of building enclosure consultants in delivering high-performance buildings that are safe, sustainable, and cost-effective.

Fair Procurement of A/E Design Services
Advocating for transparency in public procurement processes to ensure qualified professionals are selected based on merit, not lowest cost—protecting the integrity of the design process and the public investment.