St. Louis Zoo Museum District Gives Code Council Conference Attendees Five Ways to Enjoy the City
At the Code Council's Annual Conference and Expo in St. Louis, attendees can explore a world of history, art, and interactive exhibits across the Zoo Museum District.

The International Code Council’s 2023 Annual Conference and Expo (October 8-11) is less than two months away, but there’s still time to register and attend its many events. Scheduled to…

Heat Pumps and the International Codes: Uncovering Pathways to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions
With heat pumps being the most economical and the most suitable alternative to gas-fired heating systems, their recognition in the I-Codes will be paramount to meeting all current and future GHG reduction goals.

The construction and operation of buildings account for roughly 40 percent of global greenhouse gases (GHGs), with the emissions from building operations being nearly 30 percent. A major source of…

Recent Study Examines the Influence of Building Codes on Mortgage Delinquency After Hurricanes
Researchers found that the adoption of modern building codes, like the IBC and IRC, is statistically significant in reducing mortgage delinquency rates after a hurricane.

In today’s changing climate, hurricanes are becoming more prevalent and destructive than ever before. It’s not just the bigger cyclones that are strengthening – research shows that weak tropical cyclones, including…