San Antonio, TX | March 17, 2026

EcoSmart™ Studs Joins Industry Leaders at the 2026 RESNET Conference

We’re excited to share that EcoSmart™ Studs will be participating in the Advancing Bio-Based Home Building pre-conference session at the 2026 RESNET Conference — and we’re proud to say we’re the only stud manufacturer among the 15 innovative companies taking part.

What Is the RESNET Conference?

The RESNET (Residential Energy Services Network) Conference is one of the most respected annual gatherings in the building performance industry. It brings together home builders, HERS® raters, energy professionals, and product manufacturers to share knowledge, explore new technologies, and shape the future of residential energy efficiency. This year’s event runs March 17–20 at the Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk in San Antonio, Texas.

The Advancing Bio-Based Home Building Session

On the opening day of the conference (Tuesday, March 17), EcoSmart™ Studs will be part of a half-day pre-conference session specifically designed to bridge the gap between bio-based product manufacturers and the builders and raters who need to evaluate and use them in the field.

The session brings together manufacturers of bio-based products and panelized systems with home builders and raters to exchange real-world experience, case studies, and candid conversations about what it takes to bring these materials into mainstream construction. Through short presentations, case studies, and structured networking, attendees will have a genuine opportunity to connect and ask the hard questions — about cost, performance, and energy modeling.

As the only stud manufacturer in the group, EcoSmart™ Studs occupies a unique position in this conversation. While others represent insulation, panels, and other bio-based systems, we’re bringing the structural framing piece of the puzzle — and that matters.

Why This Matters for Builders and Raters

If you’re a builder navigating increasingly stringent energy codes, or a HERS® rater trying to accurately model wall assemblies, bio-based framing is a topic you can no longer afford to overlook.

Here’s what makes the EcoSmart™ Stud stand out:

Superior Thermal Performance — By strategically removing material from a solid 2×6 wood stud, the EcoSmart™ Stud allows high-value insulation to fill the gaps — delivering an R-value that is over 100% better than a standard solid 2×6, dramatically reducing thermal bridging.
Exceeds 2021 & 2024 Energy Codes — With an insulation value up to 148% greater than conventional framing with fiberglass batts, EcoSmart™ Studs help builders meet and surpass today’s strict energy standards, including Energy Star and Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) programs.
Drop-In Compatible — No new tools, no new techniques. EcoSmart™ Studs fit directly into traditional framing workflows, making adoption easy for builders and trades alike.
Engineered & Tested — Structurally approved as an alternate to solid wood studs for wall members, tested for seismic performance (SDCs A–F), and certified under a professional engineering evaluation report (TER 2304-120).

Let’s Connect at the Conference

Whether you’re attending the pre-conference session or joining us on the main floor, we’d love to connect. This is your chance to ask us questions directly — about how EcoSmart™ Studs perform in the field, how to model them for energy code compliance, and what the path looks like for integrating them into your builds.

The building industry is evolving. Codes are getting stricter. Buyers are demanding more energy-efficient homes. And manufacturers like us are proving that small changes — like rethinking the humble wall stud — can deliver big results.

We’ll see you in San Antonio.

Ready to learn more before the conference?

Visit ecosmartstud.com or call us at 612-887-5200 to speak with our team.

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