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Buildings and construction
Trust in Insulation Claims
NIST helps develop next-generation insulation materials so that new buildings can be designed to reduce energy usage and consumer costs.
Innovation in Building Materials
NIST is helping industry improve concrete durability while reducing its cost and environmental impact.