Solving the Climate Crisis: Cleaner, Stronger Buildings
Testimony of IBHS CEO Roy E. Wright before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Ways and Means on The Economic and Health Consequences of Climate Change
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CEO Impact Report – October 2019
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Hurricane Michael demonstrates the power of resilience across home values
IBHS post-event investigation finds updated building codes, mitigation effective in minimizing damage
Hurricane Michael Research
Research Hurricane Michael made landfall on October 10, 2018, near Panama City, Florida, with sustained winds of approximately 160 mph. Winds speeds of such magnitude are enough to collapse structures and cause major damage. Maximum wind speeds near the landfall area were at or above the state’s current design standards, significantly testing building construction in the Florida Panhandle. Post-event observations reinforced the concept that typical building…
One Side of This House Will Crumble After a Hurricane. Here’s Why
Why does one side of this home perform better during hurricane conditions? The Weather Channel explains.
California, Insurers Brace for Another Round of Severe Wildfires
Reducing wildfire risks through better building construction and maintenance.
Building For Wildfire Summit Explores How To Protect Homes, Communities
How better building methods and materials can reduce wildfire risks.
Preparing Homes For Hurricanes
IBHS simulation shows the benefits of FORTIFIED Roof construction standards.
Experts Say Homes Can Be Built To Resist Wildfire
IBHS’s Dan Gorham outlines how homeowners can build to reduce wildfire risks.
Tracking the Tropics: Researchers Make Homes Hurricane Ready
Why FORTIFIED? Simulation at IBHS Research Center shows how FORTIFIED can reduce water damage risks.
