Discover how plumbers can lead the water revolution by turning stormwater into a sustainable resource for homes, towns, and entire cities.

Discover how one engineer turned uncertainty into a successful career in plumbing design through goal-setting and mentorship.

Explore the key differences and groundbreaking updates in the 2024 editions of the Uniform Plumbing Code and International Plumbing Code—two vital standards shaping the future of plumbing safety, sustainability, and innovation.

As hybrid work drives office-to-residential conversions, unique plumbing challenges arise—especially for domestic hot water systems. Arup engineers share key design insights and a new tool to streamline DHW strategy decisions.

What if your plumbing could detect problems, fix itself, and send you a receipt—all before you even knew there was an issue? Industry veteran John A. Mullen introduces “Living Pipe,” a visionary concept combining AI, self-healing materials, and advanced sensors to create truly intelligent water infrastructure.

A dedicated standard for the hanging and bracing of fire suppression systems is in development. Learn why NFPA 200 was created, how it builds on existing codes, and what it means for the future of seismic protection and structural coordination.

Scald burns are 100% preventable — but only when hot water systems are properly maintained, monitored, and designed to code. This month, Ron George, CPD, explores how preventative maintenance and plumbing codes work hand-in-hand to keep building occupants safe.

SmithGroup’s Ting Cai and JB Pham discuss energy-efficient architectural design and the role of energy modeling in optimizing building load separate from HVAC systems.

Thermal energy network events in early 2025, including five significant gatherings across various locations, highlight the growing importance of geothermal technology in urban energy systems. 

Key insights from a recent panel at the 2025 AHR Expo reveal how AI enhances efficiency through automation, predictive analytics and smart tools such as Meta glasses.