As performance demands placed on building enclosures continue to rise, so too does the complexity of the materials and systems used to meet them. Exterior walls today are multilayered systems. They provide…
Deep Dives
Longer, analytical articles that get into the core concepts behind an issue, using photos and graphics to illustrate.
Beyond the Wall: Decoding the 2024 International Building Code® and NFPA 285 Fire Safety Evolution
New compliance pathways, clarified authority and smarter fire testing are reshaping the way we build safer exteriors.
The International Code Council Led International Dialogue at COP 30
The International Code Council joined key stakeholders and government officials to discuss solutions to achieve resilience and build capacity in the built environment.
From Nov. 10-21, 2025, the International Code Council (ICC) once again joined global stakeholders participating in the UN Global Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belém, Brazil, to elevate the importance…
The Pipeline with Tom Roberts: Water Efficiency Labelling (Episode 6)
Hosted by Tom Roberts, Global Director of PMG for the Code Council, this series takes listeners on a global building safety journey, exploring key topics in the plumbing, mechanical and fuel gas industries.
In Episode 6 of The Pipeline, Tom Roberts sat down with Yvonne Orgill, Former Managing Director, Unified Water Label Association, to explore the benefits and water saving power in providing water…
