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Communities across the United States joined IAPMO® in celebrating March4WaterTM and World Plumbing Day throughout March with proclamations, policy discussions, and educational events recognizing the critical role plumbing systems play in protecting public health and supporting economic growth.
IAPMO®, a global team of experts engaging industry and government for a safer built environment, has opened a 45-day public review period for a revised draft of its Manual of Recommended Practice: Construction Practices for Potable Building Water Systems, inviting industry stakeholders to review and comment.
Today, IAPMO launches March4Water 2026, its annual observance month, to raise awareness about how communities can build resilience to water stress. This year's theme, “Water Solutions for Growing Communities,” demonstrates how water efficiency offers a proven path forward for policymakers facing the challenge of supporting economic growth while protecting drinking water supplies.
The International Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Foundation (IWSH®), the public charity of IAPMO, will lead a new IWSH Community Plumbing Challenge® this summer to upgrade critical plumbing infrastructure at Los Angeles Mission, a nonprofit serving individuals and families experiencing homelessness in downtown Los Angeles.
ASSE International is seeking working group members to support the update of ASSE 19000, Hydronic Systems Professional Qualifications Standard.
The International Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Foundation (IWSH®), the public charity of IAPMO, has released its 2025 Impact Report. The report highlights how targeted plumbing projects helped improve health, safety, and daily life for more than 5,000 individuals across five countries.
IAPMO® has joined leading international industry associations in launching the International Valves and Taps Alliance, a new global partnership uniting organizations from the United States, Europe and Japan to strengthen collaboration across the valve and tap sector.
ASSE International is seeking subject matter experts and industry stakeholders to participate in a working group for the development of a proposed new professional qualification standard: ASSE 18000, Professional Qualifications Standard for Fuel Gas Systems and Equipment Installers and Repairers.
IAPMO® is proud to announce that Dain Hansen, executive vice president of Government Relations, has been named one of The Hill’s Top 100 Lobbyists of 2025. This marks Hansen’s fourth consecutive year on this prestigious list, highlighting his continued leadership and IAPMO’s influence on public policy affecting codes, standards, and the built environment.