On June 2, 2025, The National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) Consultative Council released a new report which presents a data-driven case for proactively retrofitting buildings and infrastructure within the…
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NIBS 2025 Moving Forward Report: Retrofitting for Resilience is a Shared, High-Return Investment
A new report from the National Institute of Building Sciences Consultative Council urges a united approach to protect communities from the escalating threat of environmental hazards.
Illinois Advances Building Safety with Warehouse Safety Bill
This article explains the recently passed Illinois legislation that better prepares buildings for future tornados.
On May 31, 2025, the state of Illinois passed legislation that will better prepare warehouse buildings for future tornados and includes requirements for International Code Council certifications. What’s in the…
The Pipeline with Tom Roberts: Backflow Basics: Protecting Community From Water Contamination (Episode 2)
Hosted by Tom Roberts, Global Director of PMG for the Code Council, this series will take listeners on a global building safety journey, exploring key topics in the plumbing, mechanical and fuel gas industries.
Hosted by Tom Roberts, Global Director of PMG for the Code Council, this series takes listeners on a global building safety journey, exploring key topics in the plumbing, mechanical and…
How Building Codes Are Being Updated and Driving Development After the Surfside Condo Collapse
As building codes continue to be updated to meet an even higher standard of safety, developers are starting to look at how they can best construct the condos of tomorrow.
Building codes are an invaluable part of the construction process and provide an essential guide for ensuring that every building is as safe as possible. They inform everything from the architectural…
Passing the Torch: Why Apprenticeship Programs Are Critical to the Future of Plumbing and HVAC
The International Code Council's Mark Fasel shares a first-hand experience on the importance of apprenticeship programs.
In the ever-evolving world of building systems, the importance of a well-trained, adaptable workforce cannot be overstated. As a plumbing apprenticeship instructor for the past five years, I’ve had the…
Are Your Pipes Hiding a Superbug Risk? The Latest International Plumbing Research from Australia
Flinders University in Australia explains the risks of antimicrobial resistance and how to protect public health.
As a global leader in the plumbing, mechanical and fuel gas (PMG) industry, the International Code Council has the privilege of collaborating with several international universities, academic institutions and research…
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