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. 

Watts has been recognized as one of America’s Top GreenTech Companies 2025 by TIME, placing among the nation’s leading sustainability-driven organizations.

The organization was recognized for achieving record sales and providing exceptional support in 2024.

This year, the fair hosted 1,030 exhibitors from 18 countries and regions at the China International Exhibition Center (Shunyi Hall) in Beijing.

The 1 Java Street project in NYC’s Brooklyn borough is the largest mixed-use development in New York state to incorporate a ground-source geothermal system for heating and cooling.

In mid-January, news emerged that Geothermal Rising, a U.S.-based organization, acquired the Canadian Geothermal Energy Association.

Attendees visited more than 1,800 exhibitors – including 750 new exhibitors – over 728,000 net square feet, exploring innovative building products and technology to advance the industry and enhance new homes. 

NIBS is co-hosting the workforce summit with the International Code Council and National Building Museum on March 4.