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Thirsty Thursday: Glazing Performance Requirements in U.S. Federal Policy

February 27, 2025
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The Federal Government manages a nationwide real estate portfolio of several hundred million square feet, overseeing over $100 billion in products and services via federal contracts across dozens of agencies. Hear how one agency in particular has taken an industry leading stance to establish building design, construction standards and performance requirements. 

Learn about these requirements as they relate to glass and glazing first-hand from government expert Lance Davis, FAIA, LEED Fellow. 

This webinar was presented and pre-recorded during NGA Glass Conference: Carlsbad.

Learning Objectives for 1.0 AIA LU

  • Examine sustainability through federal legislation, executive orders and federal policy
  • Discuss glass and glazing specifically as they relate to federal standards and sustainability policy
  • Explore the future direction of sustainability in U.S. federal policy
  • Interpret P100 Facilities Standards for the Public Buildings Service, updated in 2024 and how it’s applied to design and construction projects