February 2026
Also in the February 2026 Issue:
Leading the Way: Women, Leadership, and What Works in Construction
A recent study shows that leadership training specifically designed for women in construction benefits both businesses who need skilled leaders and women seeking to develop their careers in an industry where they have been historically underrepresented.
Women in Insulation: Building Connections, Elevating Careers
Women in Insulation is working to connect and elevate women across the industry.
ICE in the Forecast: Important Tips for I-9 Compliance and ICE Visits
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is conducting I-9 audits, and the construction industry is in their sights. Are your records 100% compliant? Do you know how to respond to a Notice of Inspection (an audit) versus an Enforcement Action (a “raid”)? Here are key tips.
State Energy Offices: Your Workforce Development Partner
As the mechanical insulation industry continues to face a labor shortage, state energy offices offer resources to help fill worker pipelines—from training to career awareness initiatives, and programs that connect industry stakeholders with local technical schools, community colleges, universities, and more.
Workforce Report: Construction Industry Must Attract 349,000 Workers in 2026
According to a model released last month by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), a number of factors are driving the need for additional workers just to keep pace with construction labor demand.
