Articles Tagged with ''resiliency''

The American Institute of Architects and more than 400 of its architect members will converge on Capitol Hill today to advocate for pressing legislation that will significantly impact the architecture profession and community needs.

While the hospital desired the hallway to have an aesthetic makeover, they couldn’t set aside the practical aspect of the facility. The walls needed to be durable, protected against bumps, scratches, and daily wear and tear. Acrovyn by Design® wall protection was the answer for both.

The U.S. Department of Energy has awarded USGBC California and its team of partners $3.8 million to accelerate building decarbonization in collaboration with municipalities throughout California including the City of Los Angeles, the County of Los Angeles, and local trade organizations.

For builders looking for a modern, durable solution outside of traditional building components, textile modular construction materials have grown in popularity due to their adaptable nature and versatility for potential uses.

This article explores why and how lightning protection systems can be an integral part of building resiliency against the powerful and destructive impact of lightning.

GBI’s Fellow program, introduced in 2021, recognizes those who have demonstrated outstanding success in the improvement of the built environment through GBI’s Green Globes certification and/or Guiding Principles Compliance verification systems and promote sustainable, resilient buildings that promote health and wellness for users.

Building Innovation is a premiere meeting for all who impact the built environment to find solutions. BI2025 takes place May 19-21, 2025, at the Ritz-Carlton Tysons Corner in McLean, Virginia. 

In this new position for PCI, Ketron will be the staff liaison to the PCI Sustainability Committee and its subcommittees, as well as serve as representative to other industry groups and organizations on sustainability and resiliency issues. 

As part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced $90 million in competitive awards to help states, cities, Tribal Nations, and their partners implement updated energy codes for residential and commercial buildings.

This presentation provides options available to reduce water-leaks by properly specifying proper construction methods.