Creating a clear defensible space area has been proven to increase your home’s chance of surviving a wildfire. Defensible space is a buffer between a building on your property and the grass, trees,…
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Creating Defensible Space in Wildland Urban Interface Areas
Best tips for creating and maintaining a clear defensible space area around your home to protect against wildfires.
Hydrogen Fuel Cells for Power at Health Care Facilities
As the demand for electricity increases and the availability of electricity decreases, hydrogen fuel cell systems may prove to be a viable technology to provide power at healthcare facilities.
There is potential value in using hydrogen fuel cells to provide backup and primary power at healthcare facilities. These hydrogen fuel cell systems may be an effective technology option in…
Code Corner: 2024 IPC Chapter 3: General Regulations
The Code Corner explores sections of the International Codes® each month, focusing on key elements of these essential codes. This month, we’re spotlighting the scope of Chapter 3 of the 2024 International Plumbing Code®.
The International Codes® (I-Codes®), developed by the International Code Council (ICC), are a family of fifteen coordinated, modern building safety codes that help ensure the design and construction of safe, sustainable and affordable structures. The I-Codes are…
