Florida Energy Code 2023 (8th Edition) — Effective Dec 31, 2023 | Requirements

Posted on July 6, 2026July 31, 2026 by Maureen Guttman

Florida Energy Code 2023 (8th Edition) — Effective December 31, 2023 The 2023 Florida Building Code, Energy Conservation (8th Edition) took effect December 31, 2023, replacing the 2020 7th Edition, under Florida Statute 553.73. Current Edition: 8th Edition (2023) Previous Edition: 7th Edition (2020) Effective Date: December 31, 2023 (mandatory for all permit applications submitted on or after January 1, 2024) Base Model Code: 2021 IECC + ASHRAE 90.1-2019 Previous Base Code: 2018 ...

Natron’s Collapse Shocks U.S. Battery Ambitions — But China’s Sodium-Ion Revolution Is Just Beginning

Posted on October 13, 2025 by Maureen Guttman

When California-based Natron Energy closed its doors last month, the headlines sounded like a death knell for sodium-ion batteries in America. After all, Natron wasn’t just another startup — it was the company that promised a $1.4 billion battery factory in North Carolina, aiming to produce up to 14 gigawatt-hours of next-generation energy storage. But insiders say: don’t count sodium-ion out just yet. While Natron’s failure highlights the U.S.’s uphill battle in clean battery manufacturing, ...

Mississippi Electrical Code 2023

Posted on August 2, 2025July 31, 2026 by Maureen Guttman

Mississippi Electrical Code 2023 Base Code: 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC 2023) Effective Date: January 1, 2023 Adopting Authority: Mississippi State Fire Marshal’s Office Applies To: All electrical installations in commercial, residential, industrial, and institutional buildings statewide Overview The Mississippi Electrical Code 2023 adopts the National Electrical Code (NEC) 2023 in full, with minor jurisdictional modifications to address regional safety concerns. This code sets th...

Mississippi Fire Code 2024

Posted on August 2, 2025 by Maureen Guttman

Base Code: 2021 International Fire Code (IFC 2021) Effective Date: July 1, 2024 Adopting Authority: Mississippi State Fire Marshal’s Office Applies To: All new and existing commercial buildings, residential care facilities, high-occupancy buildings, educational occupancies, industrial facilities, and other high-risk uses across the state The Mississippi Fire Code 2024 is based on the 2021 International Fire Code (IFC) and establishes statewide minimum fire safety standards. It is designed to...

Mississippi Residential Code 2024

Posted on August 2, 2025 by Maureen Guttman

Mississippi Residential Code 2024 Base Code: 2021 International Residential Code (IRC 2021)Effective Date: July 1, 2024Scope: One- and two-family dwellings and townhouses not more than three stories above grade in heightAdopting Authority: Mississippi State Fire Marshal’s OfficeApplies To: New construction, additions, alterations, and repairs to detached homes, duplexes, and townhomes Overview The Mississippi Residential Code 2024 governs the design, construction, and safety of residential ...

Mississippi Building Code 2024

Posted on August 2, 2025August 2, 2025 by Maureen Guttman

Adopts Without Amendments: International Building Code 2024 (IBC 2024)Effective Statewide: January 1, 2024 The Mississippi Building Code 2024 is based on the IBC 2024 and applies to all commercial construction throughout the state. This code ensures that all structures meet essential safety, durability, and energy performance standards suited to Mississippi’s diverse environment—from tornado-prone inland zones to hurricane-vulnerable coastal regions. Chapter 1 – Scope and Administration Cha...

Building Performance Standards

Posted on June 10, 2025 by Maureen Guttman

Building Performance Standards (BPS) Building Performance Standards (BPS) are forward-looking policies designed to drive energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions, and improve the operational performance of existing buildings. Unlike traditional prescriptive codes, BPS set performance targets—such as energy use intensity (EUI) or greenhouse gas emissions—that buildings must meet over time, allowing flexibility in how owners achieve compliance. BPS not only support climate and energy goals but...

Fully Charged in 6 Minutes: New Sodium-Ion EV Battery Redefines Electric Mobility Standards

Posted on May 23, 2025May 23, 2025 by Maureen Guttman

A next-gen sodium-ion battery developed in India charges to 80% in just 6 minutes, offers 3,000+ cycles, and could reshape the future of electric vehicles and renewable energy storage. As the world races to electrify transportation and scale renewable energy infrastructure, the spotlight is shifting toward alternatives to lithium-ion technology. One of the most promising contenders? Sodium-ion batteries. In a major leap forward, researchers at the Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientif...

Sodium-Ion Batteries vs Lithium Ion Batteries: A Comparative Analysis

Posted on December 10, 2024 by Maureen Guttman

Sodium-ion vs. Lithium-ion Battery: Which is the Better Alternative? Sodium is more than 500 times more abundant than lithium, which is available in only a few countries. Sodium-ion batteries charge faster than lithium-ion variants and have a three times higher lifecycle. However, sodium-ion batteries lack a well-established raw material supply chain, and the technology is still in the early stages of development. Read More: Future of Sodium-Ion Batteries Industrial Applications of Sodium-Io...

Alabama Fire Sprinkler Code 2013

Posted on October 25, 2024June 29, 2026 by Maureen Guttman

Adoption Info of Alabama Fire Sprinkler Code 2013 NFPA 13-2013 (Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems) with Alabama-specific amendments Effective Dates January 1, 2013 - Present (adoption varies by jurisdiction within Alabama) Adopts with Amendments NFPA 13-2013 Scope The Alabama Fire Sprinkler Code 2013 specifies requirements for the design, installation, and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems across residential, commercial, and industrial structures...