Radon-Reporter-2026-Issue-1FINAL

ASSOCIATION NEWS THE RADON REPORTER | 3 As we continue advancing the mission of the Indoor Environments Association (IEA), I amproud of the steady progress being made across our programs, partnerships, and professional community. Through our work with the National Radon Proficiency Program (NRPP) and as an ANSI-accredited standards developer in collaboration with the AARST Consortium on National Standards, we remain focused on strengthening industry standards, expanding professional proficiency, and supporting a unified voice for radon and vapor intrusion professionals. These coordinated efforts are essential to ensuring quality, consistency, and credibility across our field. I am pleased to share that NRPP has once again been awarded continued accreditation by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) under ISO/IEC 17024. This important recognition reinforces the strength, rigor, and integrity of NRPP certification programs and underscores our shared commitment to maintaining the highest standards for credentialing professionals in radon measurement and soil gas mitigation. A highlight of this year is the upcoming Indoor Environments Radon and Vapor Intrusion Symposium, which continues to serve as the premier gathering for professionals across disciplines. This year’s program features robust lineups in the Practice & Policy, Science & Research, Vapor Intrusion, and States and Tribes track, each designed to foster meaningful insights and practical learning. We are especially excited about the Sunday Continuing Education courses, which include a vapor intrusion training tailored for emerging professionals and regulators. Investing in the next generation of experts remains a top priority, and this initiative reflects our commitment to building capacity across the industry. At both the national and regional levels, IEA remains deeply engaged in intense efforts to ensure our industry’s voice is heard, particularly during these evolving times. We are actively working at the federal level to elevate the importance of healthy indoor environments, fortify existing federal programs, and shape policies that support public health and safety and industry advancement. Meanwhile, IEA chapters continue to play a vital role through ongoing participation in collaboration with state, tribal, and local partners, regional stakeholder meetings, and targeted advocacy efforts. Several chapters are making meaningful progress in advancing legislative and regulatory initiatives, demonstrating the strength of a coordinated, informed, and proactive community representing your industry. Thank you for your continued dedication and support of IEA. Together, we are building a stronger, more informed, and more impactful community of indoor environments professionals. Letter from the Executive Director