Industry Related Resources
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NAIMA works closely with other organizations across private industry and government. NAIMAs primary objectives are to:
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Develop guidelines for building practices
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Develop protocols for sustainable development
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Strengthen building and energy codes and standards
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Encourage energy efficiency and environmental stewardship
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Listed below are sites offering valuable information related to these objectives.
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Trade Associations and Coalitions
ABRALISO A Associação Brasileira dos Fabricantes de Lãs Isolantes (ABRALISO) é uma organização sem fins lucrativos que representa os fabricantes de lãs isolantes minerais atuando na indústria e na construção civil.
La Asociación de Empresas para el Ahorro de Energía en la Edificación (AEAEE) helps members identify the main needs in terms of information, promotion and policy for including energy efficiency in Mexican homes and buildings. They promote model energy codes and proper R-values for insulation.
Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) helps HVACR contractors in the country acquire, serve, and satisfy customers.
Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute develops and publishes technical standards for HVAC products
American Gas Association represents 191 local natural gas utilities.
American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) promotes, protects, and enhances industrial hygienists and other occupational health, safety and environmental professionals in their efforts to improve the health and well being of workers, the community, and the environment.
American Institute of Architects publishes the MASTERSPEC master specification system for design professionals and the building/construction industry.
American Fiber Manufacturers Association, Inc. (AFMA) is the trade association for U.S. companies that manufacture synthetic and cellulosic fibers. This is a good resource for data on the fiber glass market.
American Public Power Association is the service organization for the nation's more than 2,000 community-owned electric utilities.
APA - Engineered Wood Association is the leading resource for information about engineered wood products.
Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) provides information on energy efficiency, utility deregulation, facility management, plant engineering, and environmental compliance.
Blow-In-Blanket Contractors Association (BIBCA) serves insulation contractors throughout the US and Canada with industry news, training seminars, conventions, material specs, and networking resources.
Brick Industry Association represents brick manufacturers.
ebuild - part of Hanley-Wood's group of Web sites, which includes www.builderonline.com and www.remodelingmagazine.com, is the residential construction industry's most comprehensive guide to building product information.
Edison Electric Institute (EEI) is the association of United States shareholder-owned electric companies, international affiliates and industry associates worldwide.
European Insulation Manufacturers Association (EURIMA) represents the interests of all major mineral wool producers throughout Europe.
Insulation Contractors Association of America (ICAA) is an organization of insulation installers that specialize in residential and light commercial projects.
Insulation Council of Australia and New Zealand (ICANZ) (Previously FARIMA) represents the glass wool and rockwool insulation industry in Australia and New Zealand.
Integrated Building And Construction Solutions (IBACOS) helps the home building industry measurably increase the quality of residential construction in the U.S. market through research, market education and consulting.
The Metal Building Contractors & Erectors Association (MBCEA) serves the needs and interests of metal building contractors and erectors, through education, training, local chapter development and maintenance of a resource center.
Midwest Insulation Contractors Association (MICA) represents commercial and industrial insulation contractors, abatement contractors, associate manufacturer/distributor and material supply firms.
National Air Duct Cleaners Association is dedicated to the continuous progression of the Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) hygiene industry.
National Association of Energy Services Companies (NAESCO) is comprised of ESCOs, utilities, equipment manufacturers and suppliers, financial institutions and other organizations involved in the delivery of energy efficient services and products.
National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) is the trade association for US home builders. The main site provides information resources for contractors, educational programs and economic and statistical information about the home building industry.
NAHB Research Center provides information about new and traditional building materials and practices.
National Association of State Energy Officials (NASEO) members are officials from the State and Territory Energy Offices and affiliates from the private and public sectors. Visit this site for a full listing of State Energy Offices http://www.naseo.org/links/states.htm
National Concrete Masonry Association (NCMA) represents concrete masonry products manufacturers, and suppliers of products and services related to the industry.
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) aims to reduce the worldwide burden of fire and other hazards on the quality of life by providing and advocating scientifically-based consensus codes and standards, research, training and education.
National Insulation Association (NIA) is an organization of commercial-industrial insulation contractors. NIA members insulate power plants, process systems, factories, refineries, and similar facilities.
NIAs Certified Faced Fiber Glass Insulation for Metal Buildings
National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) represents the interests of consumer-owned cooperative electric utilities and the consumers they serve.
Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association (PIMA) is the national trade association that advances the use of polyisocyanurate (polyiso) insulation.
The Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Partnership (REEEP) is a coalition of progressive governments, businesses and organisations committed to accelerating the development of renewable and energy efficiency systems.
Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) aims to improve the energy efficiency of the nation's housing stock and to qualify more families for home ownership by expanding the national availability of mortgage financing options and home energy ratings.
The Responsible Energy Codes Alliance is a consortium of energy efficiency professionals, product and equipment manufacturers, and trade associations. RECA works to improve the energy efficiency of homes through greater use of energy efficient practices and building products.
Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA) provides products, services, and representation to enhance members' businesses, markets, and profitability.
Sheet Metal Occupational Health Institute Trust (SMOHIT) is a Joint Labor Management Trust whose mission is to provide industry-leading health and safety solutions that will minimize occupational illnesses and injuries in the Sheet Metal Industry.
Society of the Plastics Industry promotes the development of the plastics industry and enhances the public's understanding of its contributions.
The SolarSmart Roof Alliance is an organization of roofing service and roofing product trade associations who are committed to providing credible information about the environmental, performance and economic issues regarding sustainable and reflective roofing systems.
The Thermal Insulation Association of Canada (TIAC) is the national industry association for contractors,distributors and manufacturers of commercial, industrial and institutional thermal insulation, asbestos abatement and firestop.
Windows and Doors Manufacturers Association (WDMA) represents North American manufacturers and suppliers of windows and doors.
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