The RESNET® Conference is where experience meets fresh perspective, and that’s where the real progress happens.” “This isn’t just another conference. It’s about shaping the next era of the HERS© industry.” “If you want to understand where the industry is headed, this is where the conversations are happening.” In this episode of RESTalk, Bill Spohn sits down with Noah Kibbe from RESNET to preview the RESNET 2026 Conference coming to San Antonio’s Riverwalk. Noah shares what goes into planning the event, from selecting the location and shaping the agenda to locking in what might be one of the most memorable receptions in conference history. Yes, at the Alamo. The conversation gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at how the conference is intentionally designed to balance technical depth, networking, and community Noah walks through the structure of the conference, including general sessions, expanded 90-minute breakout sessions, and clearly defined tracks like energy codes, building science, carbon reporting, and new tracks on RESNET Quality Assurance, and RESNET 101 for newcomers. The discussion highlights why RESNET extended session lengths this year, putting more emphasis on Q&A, panel-style discussions, and practical takeaways attendees can use when they return home The episode also covers sponsorship opportunities, pre-conference training options, the Whova app for planning and networking, and new additions like session recordings available after the event. Noah closes by framing the conference theme, “The Next Era of the HERS Industry,” and sharing details about RESNET’s Habitat for Humanity build day, reinforcing that this event is not just about education, but also impact and giving back. Conference link: https://www.resnet.us/2026-conference/ Sponsor Application: https://www.resnet.us/2026-resnet-conference-sponsor-application/ Learn more about the Habitat for Humanity Build day: email: Valerie@RESNET.us Noah’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noahkibbe/ WHOVA event schedule Listen to the full episode here.
