2024 is a big year for the National Institute of Building Sciences.

NIBS officially was established in August 1974, by the U.S. Congress in the Housing and Community Development Act, Public Law 93-383. At that time, Congress recognized the need for an organization to serve as an authoritative source supporting government and private sector building science research, code/standards development, and innovative technology integration.

By Christine Cube

Thanksgiving is a time of gratitude.

Recently, the National Institute of Building Sciences received a first-time award – 2023 Top-Rated Nonprofit by GreatNonprofits.

To achieve this, we needed the support of our community to speak on our behalf about the work and service we provide to the built environment. Thank you to all who contributed their words.

Here are some of the testimonials:

By Christine Cube

The National Institute of Building Sciences recently held a three-part public hearing, bringing together veteran building industry experts to discuss the state of housing affordability.

There’s ample motivation to fix the problem, but it’s taken decades for us to get here. And the road forward isn’t easy to navigate.

We’re celebrating at NIBS HQ in Washington.

The National Institute of Building Sciences took home a Bronze Stevie Award in the Organization of the Year - Non-Profit or Government Organizations-Small category.

Stevie Awards recently announced the winners in 20th Annual International Business Awards.

Winners were selected from more than 3,700 nominations submitted by organizations in 61 nations.

Each year, NIBS honors a building industry icon with the Mortimer M. Marshall Lifetime Achievement Award. Established in 2011 and named after the first member of NIBS, this award is given to an association, corporation, or individual who has demonstrated a lifetime of dedication to the mission and goals of NIBS. It is NIBS’ highest honor and award.

During Building Innovation 2022, the Mortimer M. Marshall Lifetime Achievement Award was given to Philip Schneider, retired.