Institute for the Building Envelope @BuildingEnv
Trade association promoting innovative, multifunctional materials to improve the building envelope and increase energy efficiency, safety, and comfort. theibe.org Joined January 2023-
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NEW: Your AC Isn’t the Problem. Your Building Envelope Is. Homeowners who invest in proper insulation and air sealing now are better positioned to weather not just this summer, but every summer that follows. theibe.org/your-ac-isnt-t…
Building envelope retrofits can cut heating and cooling loads by 10–40%. Insulation and air sealing aren't glamorous, but they're what make buildings perform for the next 150 years. Read more: facilitiesdive.com/news/building-…
NEW: Why Energy Codes Are the Foundation of a High-Performance Home Get the building envelope right, and the home performs for decades. Get it wrong, and no amount of high-efficiency equipment will make up the difference. theibe.org/why-energy-cod…
Summer heat is pushing electric bills higher. Air conditioners work harder when homes aren't properly insulated. A well-sealed building envelope reduces cooling loads and keeps costs down. Read more: news.rochesternh.gov/new-hampshire-…
Homes can lose 25–40% of conditioned air through a poorly insulated attic. Upgrading to spray foam insulation seals gaps and cracks conventional insulation can't reach, and can cut heating and cooling costs by up to 30–60%. Read more: einpresswire.com/article/921895…
Spray foam insulation buyers are watching MDI pricing closely. As raw material costs shift, understanding what drives foam prices matters for builders and contractors. Read more: bedtimesmagazine.com/2026/06/what-m…
A California surf shop with a failing low-slope roof got a new lease on life, no tear-off required. Spray foam roofing corrected uneven surfaces, eliminated ponding, and met the state's rigorous sustainability standards in a single retrofit application. Read more: roofingcontractor.com/articles/10236…
NEW: Spray Foam Insulation Is a $61 Billion Industry. Here’s Why That Matters for Your Home According to Fortune Business Insights, the global foam insulation industry is projected to grow from $39.34 billion in 2025 to $61.54 billion by 2034. theibe.org/spray-foam-ins…
A well-insulated building is less susceptible to outdoor temperature swings. Effective insulation reduces demand for mechanical heating and cooling. The result: lower energy consumption, reduced operating costs, and greater resilience as climate conditions become more extreme. Read more: engineeringnews.co.za/article/effect…
Huntsman's polyurethane systems and Olin's chlorine feedstocks are joining forces in a merger of equals. For the spray foam industry, vertical integration at this scale is a development worth watching. Read more: sprayfoammagazine.com/foam-news/olin…
NEW: Spray Foam and the Dome Home: Building an Envelope That Storms Can’t Break As extreme weather events continue, the question facing everyone is no longer just how to repair the damage, but how to build structures that won’t suffer in the first place. theibe.org/spray-foam-and…
Spray foam insulation doesn't just reduce energy bills. It creates quieter, more comfortable spaces for the people inside. 25 contractors proved that, donating their work to a foster care facility in Florida. Read more: sprayfoammagazine.com/foam-news/foam…
NEW: Your Building Envelope Is Why Your AC Never Stops Running As Florida heads into another sweltering summer, Florida Power & Light (FPL) is urging its customers to take action before the heat, and the energy bills, peak. Read more: theibe.org/your-building-…
Utility bills in Washington, D.C. are rising again, and experts say relief isn't coming soon. Homeowners who have invested in insulation and air sealing are already ahead of the curve. Read more: washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2026/…
NEW: IBE Applauds New York Senate Passage of S5940 Read more: theibe.org/ibe-applauds-n…
Before replacing HVAC systems, experts say upgrading the building envelope — insulation, sealing, roofing — delivers faster energy savings at a fraction of the cost. Read more: facilitiesnet.com/energyefficien…
Rising energy costs are reshaping homeowner priorities. Upgraded insulation and efficient building materials are no longer nice-to-haves: they're the upgrades buyers are asking about before they sign. Read more: foxync.com/6973869/how-en…
A leaky building envelope forces HVAC systems to work harder just to maintain set-point. Smart building technology can now detect envelope performance gaps from energy data alone. Air sealing isn't just insulation. It's the foundation of an efficient building. Read more: bbntimes.com/technology/how…
The average cost of home cooling is projected to hit $778 this summer. That's up nearly 37% since 2020. The problem often isn't your system. It's the building itself. Read more: news.darden.virginia.edu/2026/05/20/hig…
Drafty windows and poor insulation drive up utility bills for renters. A Wisconsin program is helping multifamily building owners fix that at no cost to tenants. Better insulation means lower bills and more affordable housing. Read more: upnorthnewswi.com/local/energy-p…
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