ANSI/IICRC S520-2024: Professional Mold Remediation
Mold is everywhere, both inside and outside. These microscopic organisms play an important role in the breakdown of plant and animal matter. Although molds are…
2024 International Building Code (ICC IBC-2024)
The International Building Code (IBC) either is in use or adopted in all 50 states of the United States of America, as well as the District of…
2024 International Mechanical Code (ICC IMC-2024)
The International Mechanical Code (IMC) is in use or adopted in 46 US states, the District of Columbia, New York City, Guam, Puerto Rico, and…
ISO 15928-5:2013— Operating Energy of Houses
US households need energy to power numerous home devices and equipment, and as such, the residential sector accounts for 21% of total US consumption. ISO…
ASTM E2921-22: Whole Building Life Cycle Assessments
Architects are increasingly interested in reducing the environmental impact of the buildings they design. Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) helps answer questions that arise during the…
ISO 13153:2012—Design Process For Energy-Saving Buildings
Globally, buildings and construction are responsible for much of our energy and resource use: 60% of electricity use, 12% of water use, and 40% material…
Metrics of Sustainability: Embodied Carbon vs. Energy Efficiency
Sustainability is a crucial consideration in the construction industry. There are two main metrics for measuring a building’s sustainability: embodied carbon and energy efficiency. But…
ASCE/SEI 7-2022: Minimum Design Loads for Buildings
Among the many considerations for ensuring effective building design and construction, there are loads, or forces or other actions that result from the weight of…
IICRC Standards: Cleaning, Restoration, Inspection
IICRC, as an ANSI-accredited standards developing organization, has a specific focus, and its activities enhance the safety and efficiency of the industry it serves. The…