Description
2026 Convention Session
Building Enclosure Performance Verification Testing:
Changing the Paradigm—Supporting Sustainability, Resilience, and ESG Goals
(Traynor C., Lee E.)
Course Overview
This session was originally presented at the 2026 IIBEC Convention & Trade Show in Sacramento, CA.
This course includes the following required components.
- recording of the live session
- summative assessment consisting of 10 multiple-choice questions
- course evaluation survey
Description
Building enclosure performance verification testing plays a critical role in advancing sustainability, resilience, and the achievement of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals in the built environment. The building enclosure directly impacts energy efficiency, occupant health, and structural durability. The current paradigm of such testing largely revolves around satisfying codes and standards. However, applying testing through the lens of sustainability and resiliency may have a much more impactful payoff by minimizing energy loss, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, extending asset life cycles, reducing operating costs, and supporting healthier indoor environments. This presentation will inform commissioning agents, designers, consultants, and project owners on the value of integrating testing into design, construction, and operations to align building performance with sustainability objectives, demonstrate ESG leadership, and future-proof their assets against environmental and regulatory challenges. As climate change intensifies and ESG standards evolve, building enclosure verification testing should be considered a foundational practice for responsible, high-performing, and resilient buildings.
Speakers/Authors
Christopher Traynor, PEng
Senior Associate
Terracon
Eric Lee, EIT
Senior Staff Engineer
Terracon
Course Access
Courses are accessible in LearnUpon for one year from the date of purchase.
Course Recommended Prerequisite(s)
N/A
IIBEC Core Competencies: Building Enclosure Commissioning
Knowledge Level: Introductory
Disclaimer
The views and opinions expressed in the session content at the 2026 IIBEC Convention & Trade Show are those of the content author(s)/speaker(s) and do not necessarily reflect the policies or positions of the International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC). IIBEC makes no warranty, whether express or implied, as to the completeness, accuracy or validity of the information provided.
Credit Start Date 1/23/26
Credit Expiration Date 1/23/29
Continuing Education Credit Statement
This course is approved for 1.0 IIBEC CEH
This course is approved for 1.0 AIA LU/HSW
AIA Course Number: CONV26_15_OD
AIA Provider Number: G024
Continuing Education Credit Claim Information
To claim IIBEC CEHs and download a Certificate of Completion, learners are required to complete all components of the course, including a passing score of 70% or higher on the summative assessment. Participants are provided unlimited attempts to complete the summative assessment with a passing score of 70% or higher.
- After completing the course requirements download a Certificate of Completion.
- Participants are responsible for self-reporting IIBEC CEH credit by uploading their Certificate of Completion to their IIBEC Portal. For assistance in self-reporting CEHs, please reach out to: cehs@iibec.org
- If you are a member of AIA and would like IIBEC to report your participation in the course to AIA, there is a place in the course evaluation survey to input your AIA member number.
AIA CES Provider statement
IIBEC is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider G024. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).
This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
Objectives
At the conclusion of this activity, the participant will be able to:
1. Identify at least three ways that building enclosure (or “envelope”) performance verification testing contributes to sustainability and resilience in buildings.
2. Distinguish between code-minimum enclosure testing and testing strategies that proactively support long-term sustainability and resilience goals.
3. Explain how integrating enclosure testing into the design, construction, and commissioning phases can reduce operational costs and environmental risk for building owners.
4. Summarize the benefits of building enclosure testing for asset life cycle extension, citing at least two metrics (e.g., energy savings, maintenance reduction) that can be improved through proactive verification.
Certificate
By completing/passing this course, you will attain the certificate On Demand_AIA HSW and IIBEC CEH 2025
Learning credits
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