The U.S. EPA reports that it took 61 enforcement actions against violators of its RRP rule. In its press release, EPA explains the reasons for the rule and the enforcement actions taken, and lists the companies that were fined. If your company is involved in any installation/remodeling projects, you want to make sure that you are in compliance with RRP requirements. Read More at EPA
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) announces that Congress has approved the use of the ICC 700, The National Green Building Standard, in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for military residential construction. Read More at NAHB
RealEstateRama explains how four key changes in the area of energy efficiency in the 2015 IgCC will help jurisdictions who want to meet energy goals improve the energy performance of their buildings. They are as follows: the addition of an outcome-based compliance pathway; an update to the Zero Energy Performance Index (zEPI); revisions to requirements for the safe installation of minimum levels of onsite renewable energy systems, or for verified Renewable Energy Credits where renewable energy is not accessible; and revisions to demand response provisions which rely on the use of smart thermostats for this purpose. Read More at RealEstateRama
Insurance Journal reports that the state of New York is starting the process to adopt the 2015 International Codes or I-Codes of the International Code Council (ICC). The Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) commends the New York Code Council for this decision and is urging the council to complete the process by the August 2015 deadline. New York currently enforces the 2006 I-Codes, which are outdated in comparison to the 2015 codes that will increase public safety, and improve the resilience and energy efficiency of structures. Read More at Insurance Journal
World Millwork Alliance (WMA) 54 TH Annual Convention & Tradeshow will hold its’ premier event at the Memphis Cook Convention Center from September 11-15, 2018. WMA will offer Veterans and Students complimentary access to the exhibit hall during Millwork Career Day on Friday, September 14, 2018 during the show hours of 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
WMA welcomes Veterans and Students to explore a career in the millwork industry. Learn from worldwide millwork professionals while viewing the finest millwork products. Meet with industry distributors and manufacturers about the opportunities in a millwork career.
Pre-registration for a name badge is available by completing a WMA Registration Form. Any local Student or Veteran who has pre-registered will pick up their complimentary “Expo – One Day Pass” with a valid student ID or Veteran ID at the WMA registration desk in the Memphis Cook Convention Center.
Veterans must show a Veteran’s Administration (VA) identification card to receive an “Expo-One Day Pass” and to gain entrance into the exhibit hall on Friday, September 14, 2018.
Students must show a valid Student photo I.D. card to receive an “Expo-One Day Pass” and to gain entrance into the exhibit hall on Friday, September 14, 2018.
Pre-registration is open until August 13, 2018; thereafter, registration is onsite at the WMA registration desk in the Memphis Cook Convention Center.
