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Green Trends

4 Takeaways from the Nation’s Biggest Heat Pump Expo

Manufacturers are rapidly expanding product options to meet rising demand for affordable, low carbon heating technologies.
May 4, 2026
Joseph Wachunas

Explore the latest innovations in heat pump water heaters and air-to-water technology as manufacturers expand product lines to meet the surging demand for affordable, low-carbon heating solutions.


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Geothermal HVAC

The ‘Digital Electricity’ Revolution: Why Class 4 Wiring is the Secret Weapon for Geothermal Retrofits

This wiring dramatically reduces labor, material and retrofit costs while enabling efficient, scalable decarbonization for existing buildings and thermal energy networks.
May 4, 2026
Jay Egg and Mimi Egg

Discover how Class 4 wiring acts as a "secret weapon" for geothermal retrofits by bypassing electrical infrastructure bottlenecks to enable affordable building decarbonization.


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A Guide to Multifamily Electric Water Heating

PHCPPros working in multifamily housing face a distinct set of challenges and opportunities.
April 1, 2026

Explore the evolving landscape of multifamily electrification and learn how to navigate the space, power, and installation challenges of modern heat pump and tankless water heating solutions.


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The McNeeley View

Energy: The Grim Reaper

Better think again
March 2, 2026
Don McNeeley

Other than abortion, religion, politics and the Middle East, is there anything more controversial and incendiary than the environment? You know … public enemy No. 1: power generation.


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Green Trends

Unpacking the Future: Best Practices for Installing HPWHs in Multifamily Buildings

Successful retrofits require innovative use of existing infrastructure, effective ducting and drainage solutions, noise mitigation and clear communication with residents.
March 2, 2026
Vidhisha Moopnar

Drawing from a 400-unit retrofit project in Portland, Vidhisha Moopnar explores how creative ducting, repurposed infrastructure, and noise mitigation are key to successfully transitioning multifamily buildings to high-efficiency heat pump water heaters.


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The Future Is Now

North Carolina’s Next Gold Rush is Beneath Our Feet

Cities embracing geothermal energy and shared hydronic networks to create sustainable, interconnected thermal ecosystems are transforming buildings into energy assets and reshaping municipal strategies for net-zero operations.
March 2, 2026
John Mullen

Drawing a parallel to the historic Carolina gold rush, John A. Mullen argues that Charlotte’s shift toward thermal energy networks and geothermal infrastructure is transforming buildings into energy assets and positioning the trades at the heart of the net-zero transition.


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Geothermal HVAC

Geothermal’s Path to Production Home Building

Dandelion Energy’s strategic pivot unlocks mass market geothermal, making it more accessible and affordable through a leasing model that leverages a 40% federal commercial tax credit.
March 2, 2026
Mimi Egg and Jay Egg

Dandelion Energy is transforming the geothermal market by pivoting to production home building and utilizing a unique leasing model that eliminates high upfront costs while slashing installation expenses by 40%.


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Tapping into Untapped Energy Using Geothermal Design Advocacy

A project spotlight on ThedaCare Medical Center-Fond du Lac, highlighting the benefits of early geothermal discussions when designing for future energy savings
March 2, 2026

Discover how early design advocacy and integrated engineering brought a high-efficiency vertical geothermal system to life at ThedaCare Medical Center-Fond du Lac, delivering significant life-cycle savings and sustainable performance.


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Driving Efficiency And Cost-Savings With Dual Fuel Systems

Combining electric heat pumps with gas furnaces offers homeowners a flexible path to efficiency and reliability.
February 2, 2026

Discover how pairing a high-efficiency electric heat pump with a gas furnace can slash utility bills by up to 75% while ensuring reliable comfort even in the coldest climates through smart dual fuel technology.


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Designing Modular Geothermal and Hydronic Systems for Simpler, Lower-Risk Installation

Standardized, repeatable designs can scale innovation and make geothermal systems a mainstream solution for sustainable building design.
January 5, 2026
Albert Wallace

This article explores how modular design, hydraulic separation, and advanced controls can transform geothermal systems from incremental efficiency gains into scalable, high-performance solutions for commercial and residential buildings.


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