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[Piping](https://insulationinstitute.org/im-a-building-or-facility-professional/piping/) - [Why Insulate](https://insulationinstitute.org/im-a-building-or-facility-professional/piping/why-insulate/) - [Installation Guidance](https://insulationinstitute.org/im-a-building-or-facility-professional/piping/installation-guidance/) - [Codes & Standards](https://insulationinstitute.org/im-a-building-or-facility-professional/piping/pipe-insulation-codes-standards/) - [Health & Safety](https://insulationinstitute.org/im-a-building-or-facility-professional/piping/insulation-health-and-safety-for-piping-systems/) - [Industrial](https://insulationinstitute.org/im-a-building-or-facility-professional/industrial-insulation/) - [Comparing Insulation Types](https://insulationinstitute.org/im-a-building-or-facility-professional/industrial-insulation/comparing-insulation-types/) - [Why Insulate](https://insulationinstitute.org/im-a-building-or-facility-professional/industrial-insulation/why-insulate/) - [Installation Guidance](https://insulationinstitute.org/im-a-building-or-facility-professional/industrial-insulation/installation-guidance/) - [Codes & Standards](https://insulationinstitute.org/im-a-building-or-facility-professional/industrial-insulation/codes-standards/) - [Health & Safety](https://insulationinstitute.org/im-a-building-or-facility-professional/industrial-insulation/health-safety/) # Insulation Institute Blog # Insulation Institute Blog ## [An Active Weekend for Passive House](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/an-active-weekend-for-passive-house) [![](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/hubfs/Picture1-1-1.jpg)](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/an-active-weekend-for-passive-house) Building industry members have an opportunity from November 11-13 to learn about Passive House buildings in the U.S. and globally during the [International Passive House Open Days](https://naphnetwork.org/international-passive-house-open-days-november-2022/). Organized by the [International Passive House Association](https://passivehouse-international.org/), the event will provide the opportunity for those interested in these highly energy-efficient buildings to learn... [Details](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/an-active-weekend-for-passive-house) Nov 11, 2022 5:49:39 AM [Stacy Fitzgerald-Redd](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/author/stacy-fitzgerald-redd) ## [Construction Trades Programs See Boost](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/construction-trades-programs-see-boost) [![](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/hubfs/iStock-1208178203-1.jpg)](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/construction-trades-programs-see-boost) Nationwide the construction industry needs 650,000 more workers to meet building demand this year alone, according to experts. Adding to the urgency is that up to 40 percent of the construction workforce is expected to retire by 2030.[\[1\]](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/topic/construction/page/1#_ftn1) After many years of bad news about the construction trades workforce comes the good news this week that... [Details](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/construction-trades-programs-see-boost) Apr 1, 2022 7:53:18 AM [Stacy Fitzgerald-Redd](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/author/stacy-fitzgerald-redd) ## [5 Ways Climate is Reshaping Home Building](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/5-ways-climate-is-reshaping-housing) [![](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/hubfs/iStock-672394246-1.jpg)](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/5-ways-climate-is-reshaping-housing) According to a report issued by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) this week, 2021 was the sixth warmest year on record.[\[1\]](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/topic/construction/page/1#_ftn1) Further, the hottest decade ever recorded occurred between 2009 and 2019.[\[2\]](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/topic/construction/page/1#_ftn2) The planet’s warming trend is forcing home builders globally to get creative to address the challenges we’re confronting.... [Details](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/5-ways-climate-is-reshaping-housing) Jan 14, 2022 6:58:26 AM [Stacy Fitzgerald-Redd](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/author/stacy-fitzgerald-redd) ## [A New Builder's Daily Emerges](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/a-new-builders-daily-emerges) [![](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/hubfs/John%20McManus.jpeg)](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/a-new-builders-daily-emerges) John McManus retired last August from Hanley Wood after a nearly 20-year career in various senior editorial roles. Post “retirement,” McManus launched a brand-new publishing endeavor, [The Builder’s Daily](https://www.thebuildersdaily.com/), a digitally published newsletter filled with thought-provoking and informative insights for the building industry. Insulation Institute recently... [Details](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/a-new-builders-daily-emerges) Aug 6, 2021 9:18:27 AM [Stacy Fitzgerald-Redd](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/author/stacy-fitzgerald-redd) ## [Better, Greener AC](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/better-greener-ac) [![](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/hubfs/iStock-1215088611-1.jpg)](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/better-greener-ac) **Better, Greener Residential AC** Record heatwaves remind us that residential air conditioners (AC) are a wonderful invention, and as sweltering heat blankets much of the country, the demand for home AC will only increase. Unfortunately, this only drives CO2 emissions higher, increasing global warming. One way that we can ensure that we reduce... [Details](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/better-greener-ac) Jul 2, 2021 9:49:53 AM [Stacy Fitzgerald-Redd](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/author/stacy-fitzgerald-redd) ## [DOE Analysis of the 2021 IECC Reveals Big Savings](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/doe-analysis-of-2021-iecc-reveals-big-savings) [![](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/hubfs/iStock-1188625296%20(1)-1.jpg)](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/doe-analysis-of-2021-iecc-reveals-big-savings) The U.S. Department of Energy ([DOE](https://www.energy.gov/)) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy recently issued a preliminary [analysis](https://www.energycodes.gov/regulatory/determinations/residential-determination) of the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), noting that the code will improve energy efficiency in residential buildings. DOE’s technical analysis of the updated code (relative to the 2018 IECC edition) pegs... [Details](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/doe-analysis-of-2021-iecc-reveals-big-savings) May 21, 2021 11:25:39 AM [Stacy Fitzgerald-Redd](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/author/stacy-fitzgerald-redd) ## [Where's My Green Job?](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/wheres-my-green-job) [![](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/hubfs/logo-gbcm-color.png)](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/wheres-my-green-job) An increasing focus on mitigating climate change and constructing sustainable, resilient buildings has created a green buildings industry exploding with job opportunities. However, many job seekers simply don’t know those occupations exist. [Details](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/wheres-my-green-job) Apr 9, 2021 8:29:55 AM [Stacy Fitzgerald-Redd](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/author/stacy-fitzgerald-redd) ## [3 Pandemic Housing Trends to Watch](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/3-pandemic-housing-trends-to-watch) [![](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/hubfs/iStock-1126384557.jpg)](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/3-pandemic-housing-trends-to-watch) **3 Pandemic Housing Trends to Watch** As the COVID-19 pandemic enters its second year, the virus continues to impact housing trends in America. While white-hot housing demand and the increase in construction prices are making headlines, there are other interesting trends shaping the current U.S. housing market that are worth noting. This week, we... [Details](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/3-pandemic-housing-trends-to-watch) Mar 18, 2021 4:59:57 PM [Stacy Fitzgerald-Redd](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/author/stacy-fitzgerald-redd) ## [FEMA Says Homes at Risk Due to Outdated Codes](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/fema-homes-at-risk-due-to-outdated-codes) [![](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/hubfs/fema_building-codes-save_study-1.jpg)](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/fema-homes-at-risk-due-to-outdated-codes) The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has released a long-awaited [study](https://www.fema.gov/sites/default/files/2020-11/fema_building-codes-save_study.pdf) detailing archaic building codes' impact on communities. The report concludes that 65 percent of counties and municipalities in the United States have not adopted modern building codes. These communities incur an additional $1.6 billion a year in property damage due... [Details](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/fema-homes-at-risk-due-to-outdated-codes) Nov 27, 2020 9:08:03 AM [Stacy Fitzgerald-Redd](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/author/stacy-fitzgerald-redd) ## [Two Really Avoidable Insulation Gaffes](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/two-really-avoidable-insulation-gaffes) [![](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/hubfs/option1aoption1b.jpg)](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/two-really-avoidable-insulation-gaffes) Would it surprise you to learn that among the top 10 reasons cited for a [failing](http://www.wakegov.com/inspect/permits/Pages/top10.aspx)a final new residential home inspection is missing insulation in the attic access or floor? Improperly installed insulation is an inconvenient problem that can be fixed relatively easily, but insulation that’s completely missing on a final inspection can cost... [Details](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/two-really-avoidable-insulation-gaffes) Aug 21, 2020 11:03:00 AM [Stacy Fitzgerald-Redd](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/author/stacy-fitzgerald-redd) [All posts](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/all) [Next](https://information.insulationinstitute.org/blog/topic/construction/page/2) ### ALREADY A SUBSCRIBER? 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