--- title: PMG Newsletter - March 2026 --- Read the latest news in plumbing, mechanical, fuel gas, swimming pool and spa, and more in the U.S. and abroad. ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­    ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­   | View in browser The International Code Council's PMG Newsletter March 25, 2026  Welcome! This newsletter is part of a continuous series released bi-monthly by the International Code Council's Plumbing, Mechanical and Fuel Gas (PMG) Technical Resources Team. From the latest developments in ICC initiatives within the PMG space, to industry news spanning the globe, this newsletter will help you stay in the know.    Feedback and editorial suggestions can be sent to Jim Cika, Director, PMG Technical Resources, at jcika@iccsafe.org. For advertising information, please email Matt Sigler, PMG Executive Director, at msigler@iccsafe.org.  The Latest from the PMG Team Data Centers Are Expanding Fast, So Are Their Water Demands As AI workloads accelerate and data centers solidify their role as the backbone of the digital economy, water use has become one of the industry’s defining challenges. Meeting future demand will require clear regulation, responsible siting and water‑efficient technologies that protect both data center operations and the communities they are built in.  Read More Raising Awareness of the Global Water Crisis ICC joined organizations from across the globe in celebrating World Water Day on March 22, 2026. World Water Day highlights the critical role water plays in sustaining life and fostering global development, and it serves as a platform to advocate for equitable access to clean water and sanitation, promoting the well-being of both people and the planet.  Read More New DRIPS Software Predicts Water Consumption Patterns and Optimizes Plumbing System Design The platform seeks to reduce construction costs, improve energy efficiency and enhance public health by ensuring plumbing systems are sized accurately for modern buildings. Read More Increased Pipe Gradient: Is it a Practical Response to Reduced Flush Volumes? The results obtained in the research demonstrate that increasing pipe gradient can effectively compensate for the reduced hydraulic energy of modern water-efficient WC flushes. Read More Thank You, Plumbers! In honor of World Plumbing Day, Mark Fasel, Director of PMG Technical Resources, shared a message to recognize the hardworking plumbers and the entire plumbing industry – thank you for keeping our homes, businesses and communities safe! Watch Now The Pipeline with Tom Roberts: Water Reuse Technology (Episode 7) Roberts sat down with Nick Post, Water and Regulations Specialist from the Netherlands, to explore new technologies available for reusing greywater in buildings. They also highlighted that the new technology to solve water scarcity may already be available. Watch Now Training & Workforce Development: Building the Next Generation of PMG Professionals By mentoring generously, showcasing the rewarding nature of our work and supporting clear certification pathways, we can build a future where the next generation not only fills the gaps, but leads the way. Learn More Code Corner: 2024 IFGC Chapter 6 Specific Appliances The Building Safety Journal’s series, Code Corner, explores sections of the International Codes® (I-Codes®) each month, focusing on key elements of these essential codes. Here we’re spotlighting the scope of Chapter 6 of the 2024 International Fuel Gas Code® (IFGC®): Specific Appliances.  Read More ICC News Pool & Hot Tub Alliance and International Code Council Publish ANSI/PHTA/ICC-11 2026 American National Standard for Water Quality in Public Pools and Hot Tubs/Spas The International Code Council and International Ground Source Heat Pump Association Sign Memorandum of Understanding 2026 ICC Leadership Week + Hearings Headed to the Connecticut Convention Center The International Code Council’s 2026 Building Safety Month Theme and Resources Announced Catastrophic Hawaiian Islands Flooding Call for Committee: 2027–2029 Cycle Committees (Deadline: April 1, 2026) 2026 Building Safety Month Contest Recap: ICC-ES Attends 2026 IBS / KBIS Tradeshows Global Industry News Women in MEP: Beyond Barriers Why Cooling Is Becoming Critical Infrastructure in Saudi Arabia Mental Health in the Trades: Addressing the Silent Crisis 10 Influential Women of 2026 in the Plumbing Industry How Much Water Do Data Centers Use? ICC and Industry Events June 23-25, 2026: InstallerSHOW 2026 Multiple events: Hydraulic Consultants Association (Australasia) Multiple events: Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers PMG Hot Topics Preparing for A2L Refrigerants HVAC Efficiency Requirements Advancements in the Implementation of Hydrogen Fuel Water Reuse in the 21st Century Subscribe to the PMG Newsletter ©2026 International Code Council 200 Massachusetts Ave, NW, Suite 250, Washington, DC 20001 USA This message was sent to Valued Friend. The International Code Council, affiliates and subsidiaries respect your right to privacy. Click here to read the Council's privacy policy. Update your email preferences to choose the types of emails you receive. Unsubscribe from all future emails | | --- |