A well-designed building envelope can combat climate change, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and help structures better withstand natural disasters
WASHINGTON, DC – The Institute for the Building Envelope (IBE) launched today as a resource for consumers, builders, designers and policymakers seeking to improve public policy that supports the use of stronger, energy efficient, and cost effective building materials in the building envelope.
“We cannot make meaningful strides toward energy efficiency and reducing GHG emissions without addressing buildings, and with energy costs at an all-time high, there has never been a better time than now,” said IBE Board Member Doug Brady. “I am excited about the potential for the Institute for the Building Envelope to promote innovative building materials, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and designing efficient homes.”
“A strong building envelope is key to ensuring Americans are warm inside their homes this winter while saving on their utility bill,” said IBE Board Member Ian Hughes. “The Institute for the Building Envelope is poised to inform and shape public policy, encouraging the use of strong, energy efficient materials in the building envelope. I am excited to be a part of this new, leading organization.”
Background
IBE is a trade association formed by industry leaders in an effort to promote innovative, multifunctional materials that can increase energy efficiency, safety, and comfort. A well-designed building envelope can combat climate change, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and help structures better withstand natural disasters. IBE provides a forum for consumers and policymakers seeking to improve public policy related to commercial and residential building materials. For more information, visit theibe.org.
Douglas Brady, Chief Strategy Officer at Huntsman Building Solutions
Douglas Brady is chief strategy officer for Huntsman Building Solutions and brings 17 years of marketing, sales, and operations experience to HBS. Doug earned a B.S. in Physics and an M.B.A from Carnegie Mellon University, and served as a U.S. naval officer . Prior to joining HBS, Doug worked for Graco as the director of high performance coatings and foam, and is part of the American Chemistry Council’s Spray Foam Coalition Leadership Committee.
Ian Hughes, Meritage Homes
Ian Hughes is Vice President of Environmental and Government Affairs for Meritage Homes. Ian has worked in government affairs, advocacy, and marketing for the home building and chemical industries for more than 20 years and has served on several industry boards at national, state, and local levels. Ian has earned a B.A. in History from Allegheny College, an MPIA from the University of Pittsburgh, and is completing an M.B.A. from Youngstown State University.