Michael V. Mathers, RRC, April 26, 1948–August 5, 2024 August 22, 2024 Michael V. Mathers, RRC, an IIBEC member for more than three decades, died August 5, 2024. Mathers joined IIBEC in December of 1988. During his time with the organization, he attended numerous IIBEC annual convention… IIBEC Members
GSA Releases Updated Design Standards in Move Toward Zero Emissions August 8, 2024 On August 5, 2024, the US General Services Administration (GSA) released an update to the federal design standards to advance building efficiency, reduce emissions, and increase resilience. Updated every three years, the Facilities Standards for the Public Buildings Service (P100) establish mandatory design and construction standards and performance criteria for 300,000 federal buildings nationwide. Government Relations
Mysterious Moisture Marks: Assessment of Water Stains at Window Glazing August 2, 2024 By Patrick St. Louis, LEED; Krishna Sai Vutukuru, PhD This paper was presented at the 2023 IIBEC International Convention and Trade Show. ©2024 International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC)… Technical Article
Historic Industrial Building Reuse and the Building Enclosure August 2, 2024 The Industrial Revolution in the US brought about large-scale facilities throughout the country, but over time, these facilities were often abandoned due to shifting industries. With a focus on sustainability and preservation, reuse of these facilities has become more prevalent. Technical Article
Brick by Brick: Traditional and Unconventional Masonry Restoration Strategies August 2, 2024 Exterior masonry walls are designed and constructed using a variety of strategies to limit air movement into and out of buildings, manage moisture, and provide thermal control. Given the number of masonry restoration strategies possible, no two exterior masonry walls will be exactly the same. Technical Article
Canada Green Buildings Strategy Released July 29, 2024 On July 16, 2024, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Jonathan Wilkinson released the first Canada Green Buildings Strategy (CGBS). The strategy is designed to increase the energy efficiency in Canadians’ homes and buildings while focusing on affordability and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. IIBEC submitted comments regarding the original proposal. Government Relations
