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.

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.

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%.

The awards were presented during a ceremony held on the final day of the show.

Launched Dec. 13, 2025, in partnership with industry collaborator MOD X, the initiative aims to deliver a pilot-ready program specification by the end of 2026.

By combining free cooling with active cooling, this closed-loop system safeguards critical electronics within an enclosure while lowering energy consumption, cutting costs, and reducing carbon emissions.

The housing market will continue to face several headwinds in 2026, including economic policy uncertainty as well as a softening labor market and ongoing affordability problems.

The company also shares updates on innovation and technology, business trends and long-term growth opportunities.

The NAHB Leading Suppliers Council, in collaboration with Professional Builder magazine, has unveiled the official show homes of the NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS): The New American Home 2026 and The New American Remodel 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.