2018 IgCC Powered by 189.1

2018 International Green Construction Code^®
Powered by Standard 189.1-2017

A Comprehensive Solution for High-Performance Buildings

The 2018 IgCC^®, powered by ANSI/ASHRAE/ICC/USGBC/IES Standard 189.1

is a life safety code
offers effective useful strategies that provide measurable benefits
provides comprehensive green building strategies
can be tailored to fit your needs
is compatible with local energy codes and LEED^®
is under continuous maintenance
offers tools and resources to help with implementation and adoption

Code officials, project managers, and designers have long recognized the need for a modern, up-to-date code governing the environmental impact of commercial buildings.

The 2018 IgCC has been designed to meet this need through model code regulations that contain clear and specific requirements with provisions that promote safe and sustainable construction. The 2018 IgCC is the first fully integrated edition to be developed cooperatively by ICC and ASHRAE.

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This comprehensive green code establishes minimum regulations for building systems and site considerations using prescriptive and performance-related provisions. This code has been developed in collaboration with the following Cooperating Sponsors, all who recognize the need for the development of a comprehensive set of green regulations that are enforceable, usable and adoptable.

ASHRAE and partners announce new 2018 IgCC

ASHRAE and its co-sponsors have released a joint web event announcing the release, and provided key technical details to ensure the 2018 IgCC is implemented and adopted for the benefit of all.

For the International Market: Standard 189.1-2017

Standard 189.1 provides total building sustainability guidance for designing, building, and operating high-performance green buildings. From site location to energy use to recycling, this standard sets the foundation for green buildings by addressing site sustainability, water use efficiency, energy efficiency, indoor environmental quality (IEQ), and the building's impact on the atmosphere, materials and resources.

ASHRAE Standard 189.1-2017 is available only outside of United States and Canada.

ANSI/ASHRAE/ICC/USGBC/IES Standard 189.1-2017, Standard for the Design of High-Performance Green Buildings
2018 | 156 pages
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