Articles Tagged with ''research''

LionGlass, a stronger and more sustainable glass invented at Penn State, may soon be developed for windows and windshields, thanks to a new partnership with North America’s largest architectural glass manufacturer Vitro Architectural Glass.

In its new report, the IEA indicates that buildings remain the largest CO₂ emitters and calls for stronger building codes, greater retrofit spending, and wider use of digital optimization. Energy efficiency specialists say these steps only pay off when building systems are steered by AI that can react in real time. 

This first Fitwel data partnership will directly integrate Awair Omni’s commercial-grade IAQ sensor data with Fitwel's certification platform, enabling performance-based verification of indoor environmental quality (IEQ) strategies while significantly reducing the documentation burden on building owners and operators.

The American Concrete Institute is seeking nominations for the Arthur R. Anderson Medal.

The American Institute of Architects College of Fellows Fund, Inc. awarded the 2025 Latrobe Prize—a $150,000 grant—to a nine-person research team to explore how building facades can enhance human health by functioning as air purifiers.

The American Concrete Institute (ACI) recognized several individuals for their outstanding contributions and dedication to ACI and the concrete industry.

With federal data frozen by the shutdown, new industry reports reveal steady growth in design services but rising financial and labor pressures.

Bluebeam announced results from their 2025 State of Men's Health in Construction survey.

With the recent release of BirdSmart Bird Safe Glass by Vitro Architectural Glass, an extensive amount of research and testing went in to vetting the technology before bringing it to the market.

Registration is now open for the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Western Region Virtual Summit, taking place online September 10.