According to a recent report by the United Nations, in 2018 from superstorms to fires and floods, more than 62 million people worldwide were impacted by extreme weather.
In the U.S. alone, this rise in extreme weather events is having a devastating effect. Researchers at National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) estimate the cost of damage in the U.S. over the last five years has been about $500 billion. Now more than ever, it is imperative that buildings and structures are designed and built using the most up-to-date building codes to allow for maximum safety, resilience and sustainability.