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2024 International Energy Conservation Code Will Use a New Development Process

Pro Builder

NAHB Policy Briefing: New procedure for developing the 2024 IECC; construction job openings, hiring, and layoffs data. Code-change proposals were submitted in the fall of 2021, with more than 200 proposed changes to the residential energy code and more than 250 proposed changes to the commercial energy code. Fri, 07/01/2022 - 11:30.

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Construction Jobsite Safety: Strategies and Resources for Worker Well-Being

Pro Builder

in 2020 occurred on construction jobsites, and between 25% and 30% of those deaths were related to home building activities, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the National Association of Home Builders ( NAHB ). And some of Thrive’s trade partners commission similar safety inspections, reporting, and training from SFI.

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Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture: Green.

Natural Building

Initially these standards were being applied solely to commercial buildings, but now they have transitioned to residential as well. It requires a fair amount of detailed analysis and the inspection by a trained inspector. This can cost between $500 and $3000. The public is welcome! 1:42 PM.

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