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Stephen Shanks Leads ABAA Webinar on New Energy Codes and Building Airtightness
Discover the latest in energy codes and building airtightness with Stephen Shanks in a timely ABAA webinar.
In the face of evolving energy codes, the role of air barriers in enhancing building airtightness is more crucial than ever. These barriers not only reduce the workload on heating and cooling systems, leading to lower energy consumption, but are also a key component in modern energy standards like ASHRAE 90.1 and the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). Stephen Shanks presents on the changing landscape of energy codes and demonstrates how professionals in architecture, engineering, and construction can utilize air barriers for improved energy efficiency and code compliance.
Stephen Shanks, CxA, BECxP, NDT Level III, brings over 40 years of experience as a building scientist and commissioning provider. His unique expertise in both physics and building construction allows him to seamlessly integrate theoretical and practical knowledge. As a recognized expert in Building Enclosure Commissioning (BECx), Air Barriers, Whole Building Airtightness Testing (WBAT), and Thermal-Infrared (IR) Examinations, Stephen plays a vital role in various industry standards and code development committees, including ASHRAE Technical Committees 4.4 and 7.9, and ASTM Committee E06. He currently serves as a Vice President at Salas O’Brien.
This webinar is eligible for AIA CEU credits. To register, visit here.
About ABAA
The Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA) is a national, not-for-profit trade association that consists of a wide cross section of stakeholders in the building enclosure industry. Their membership includes manufacturers, architects, engineers, trade contractors, researchers, testing & audit agencies, consultants and building owners.
About Salas O’Brien
Salas O’Brien is an engineering and technical services firm focused on advancing the human experience through the built environment. Our team is engineered for impact, helping clients achieve critical goals, advancing our team members through growth and opportunity, and operating at the center of important global issues including sustainability and decarbonization. We are a top firm as ranked by Engineering News-Record and Consulting-Specifying Engineer, and we have appeared for the past ten years on the Inc. 5000 list of North America’s fastest-growing private companies.
For more details or to set up an interview, please contact Stacy Lake, Director of Corporate Communications.
