On December 18, 2023, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced $530 million in new competitive grant funding. Of the $530 million, between 40 and 200 awards will be made,…
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Just in Time for the Holidays: DOE Announces More than Half a Billion Dollars in Competitive Grants for Energy Codes
Funding aims to support the adoption and implementation of the 2021 and forthcoming editions of the International Energy Conservation Code, the IECC’s zero energy appendices, and other codes that deliver equivalent or greater energy savings.
International Code Council Participates at COP28 to Advance Building Solutions for Climate Mitigation and Adaptation
Over the past three years, the global building and construction sector’s role in the annual conferences has increased significantly, and this year culminated in the launch of the Buildings Breakthrough.
Earlier this month, the International Code Council joined global stakeholders participating in the UN Global Climate Change Conference (COP28) for the third consecutive year to advance building solutions for climate…
Jerica Stacey Nominated for Leadership in Energy Efficiency Award as Part of the Idaho Energy Code Collaborative
Award strives to enhance collaboration and innovation within the Northwest by recognizing individuals and teams for their exemplary dedication, enthusiasm and performance in furthering energy efficiency.
International Code Council staff member Jerica Stacey, Energy Code Specialist, Product Development, was nominated for a 2023 Leadership in Energy Efficiency Award in the category of Innovative Collaboration as part…
FEMA Releases 2023 National Preparedness Report
2023 National Preparedness Report provides an overview of the current state of national preparedness for all levels of government and identifies strengths and areas for improvement.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recently released its annual 2023 National Preparedness Report (NPR) which provides an overview of the current state of national preparedness for all levels of…
Call for Committee: Acoustics of the Built Environment Consensus Committee
Once appointed, this committee will have primary responsibility for the development of minimum requirements and standards through the new ASC/ICC A118 -202X entitled Acoustics of the Built Environment.
The International Code Council is currently seeking manufacturers, builders, code officials, design professionals, government regulators, consumers and other industry stakeholders to volunteer for the Acoustics of the Built Environment Consensus Committee…
How Lexington, Kentucky, Used BRIC Funding for Building Department Accreditation
Grant funding obtained through the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities program was key to the City of Lexington's transformation.
By taking advantage of improved digitization and modernization, the city of Lexington, Kentucky bolstered its inspection processes between 2018 and 2019. A cornerstone of this initiative was the pursuit of…
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