The NIBS (National Institute of Building Sciences) champions those who push boundaries and are at the forefront of innovation. The NIBS Innovator Award recognizes individuals, organizations, or projects that have made groundbreaking advances and significant technological contributions to the built environment.
NIST, FEMA, ATC, and STPI were awarded in recognition of their leadership and technical contributions to develop the NIST SP-1254 report to Congress titled “Recommended Options for Improving the Built Environment for Post-Earthquake Re-occupancy and Functional Recovery Time Report”.