About Controlled
Environment Building Association (CEBA)
In 1978, a small group of insulation contractors gathered to discuss the formation of an association representing contractors who serve the specific needs of the cold storage industry. Within a year, the National Association of Cold Storage Insulation Contractors was incorporated and its founding Board of Directors was named. The purpose and objectives were soon refined, and in 1981 the first annual conference was held, as well as other educational programs.
A Technical Committee was formed to serve the membership and industry studies, a building code and specific publications were developed. In 1987, the name was changed to International Association of Cold Storage Contractors . In 2002, another name change was made to International Association for Cold Storage Construction to invite a broader membership and give all members equal status.
In an effort to better align with a changing industry and the expanding expertise of its members, the association's name changed in 2018 to the Controlled Environment Building Association (CEBA).
Controlled Environment
Building Resources
Resources for controlled environment building, and for the cold chain as a whole.
2024 GCCA European Cold Chain Conference
27th GCCA European Cold Chain Conference Presentations April 10-12, 2024 Belgium Coming Soon!
GCCA/IDFA Joint Webinar Risk Management Program: Safer Communities by Chemical Accident Prevention Final Rule
Speakers: GCCA Staff Lowell Randel, GCCA Staff Member Kerri Marbut, IDFA Staff Member Danielle Quist Original Air Date:…
Annual Report 2023
A message from your 2023 Chairmen 2023 has been a record-breaking year for your Associations. With the largest-ever…
Latest Controlled Environment Building News
View the latest news, trends, and insights about controlled environment building from around the globe.
EEOC Issues Final Regulations on Pregnant Workers Fairness Act – Free Webinar Available
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has issued final regulations and Interpretative Guidance to implement the Pregnant Workers…
OSHA Releases 2023 Injury and Illness Data
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has released 2023 injury and illness data…
GCCA Signs Letter Urging House to Pass SALT Act
On April 11, GCCA joined 41 other organizations in sending a letter to all members of the House…
Controlled Environment Building Projects
See building projects undertaken around the world in conjunction with GCCF.
Agricultural Trade and Climate Smart Innovations (ATraCSI) Project
Countries: Honduras, El Salvador, Guatemala In April 2023, GCCF began the Agricultural Trade and Climate Smart Innovations (ATraCSI)…
Commercial Horticulture & Agricultural Marketing Program (CHAMP)
Country: Afghanistan Roots of Peace works on the Commercial Horticulture & Agricultural Marketing Program (CHAMP) in Afghanistan. In…
Burundi Projet de Développement Local pour l’Emploi (PDLE)
Country: Burundi GCCF provided technical support to ensure the safe and commercially viable operation of temperature-controlled facilities in…
Upcoming Events
View upcoming education, training, and networking events offered by GCCA to improve the global cold chain, online and in person.
Webinar: An Introduction to the GCCA Cold Chain Transportation – Best Practice Guide
Join us for this webinar showcasing unique, industry-leading guidance for transporters of perishable goods, has been updated and…
Education-Unique Insights Into Reefer Port Flows Impacting The Logistic Chain
The Global Cold Chain Foundation is pleased to announce the second edition of this short education session in…
Board Members
View all the members of the current CEBA Board.
Women in CEBA
This initiative provides support for women in the male-dominated field of controlled environment building.