February Chapter Meeting PES (Virtual)
2025-02-05 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | VA
NCC ASHRAE February Chapter Meeting Virtual PES
PDH certificates will be provided for attending this event.
Theme: Sustainability / Women in ASHRAE
Topic: The Environmental Impacts of MEP Systems
When: Wednesday, February 5th, 2025

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EDT

Where: Virtual meeting link will be provided upon registration.
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Professional Education Seminar (PES)
Environmental impacts of MEP systems: what we know? What we need? And what can we do?
Matt will present findings from a critical review of published studies that include MEP systems within building-scale life cycle assessments to discuss the importance of transparency, interpretability and comparability of published results. The presentation will outline 10 key areas of future research and academic-industry collaboration that aim to improve how MEP systems are included within building-scale reporting and support the decarbonization of MEP systems. Additionally, we will discuss findings from completed case studies that have been conducted in collaboration with members of the Industry Advisory Board for CBE.

Matt Roberts, PhD – Assistant Professional Researcher, CBE
Matt Roberts is an Assistant Professional Researcher at the Center for the Built Environment at UC Berkeley where he leads the life cycle assessment (LCA) and embodied carbon research program.
Matt’s research focuses on the advancement of LCA methodology and applications to support cross-sectoral decarbonization across the built environment and affiliated industries. His current research includes the use of consequential LCA to assess changes in environmental impacts that result from implementing impact reduction strategies at scale; improving the completeness and comparability of building-scale assessments by evaluating the environmental impacts of MEP systems and sitework; and the development of education resources to support the uptake and use of LCA in practice. Matt received his PhD in Architecture and Civil Engineering from the University of Bath, UK.
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February Chapter Meeting Dinner Presentation (In-Person)
2025-02-05 17:30 - 20:30 | Rhodeside Grill, 1836 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA, 22201, United States
NCC ASHRAE February Chapter Meeting Dinner Presentation
PDH certificates will be provided for attending this event.
Theme: Sustainability / Women in ASHRAE
Topic: The Impact of BEPS
When: Wednesday, February 5th, 2025

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Happy Hour
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Dinner Presentation

Where: Rhodeside Grill 1836 Wilson Blvd Arlington, VA 22201
Dinner Presentation
The Impact of BEPS – How Building Energy Performance Standards in the DC & MD Area are changing the landscape of design and operations.
The speakers will present information on local building energy performance standards programs in the Washington, DC, Maryland and Montgomery County areas, highlighting aspects of each program, case studies from the first compliance cycle and real challenges presented to building owners and operators.

Laura Morder – Principal, GHT Ltd.
Principal Laura Morder partners with building owners and operators to optimize their building’s performance, energy efficiency, and environmental impact. Her mechanical engineering design expertise coupled with her meticulous work ethic, has resulted in an outstanding portfolio of government facilities, commercial office buildings, and interior fit-outs. As GHT’s Energy Practice Leader, Laura develops custom solutions that meet the needs of her clients for their building studies, equipment replacements, building energy performance standards (BEPS) compliance, central plant designs, and more.
Not only are Laura’s passion and drive exemplified in her work but are also a part of her community involvement. As a co-founder of the Women in ASHRAE committee of the National Capital Chapter of ASHRAE, Laura is an advocate for the future of female engineers in the industry.

Meghan McAvoy – Associate, Director of Sustainable Programs, GHT Ltd.
As GHT’s Director of Sustainable Programs, Meghan delivers comprehensive green building consulting services and drives GHT’s sustainable business practices. Meghan’s knowledge of green building, along with her passion for sustainability, has positioned her as a resource to owners for interpretation of credit requirements, methodologies to achieve compliance, and questions on certification rating systems.
In addition to project management and quality assurance on sustainability and wellness initiatives, Meghan’s extensive experience includes ENERGY STAR benchmarking, ASHRAE energy audits, and technical reviews of more than 150 LEED projects. Meghan’s involvement in industry organizations such as the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and Building Innovation Hub has positioned her as an esteemed advisor to GHT on environmental and social governance policies.
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YEA - Ice Skating & Happy Hour with AEI
2025-02-20 18:00 - 22:00 | National Gallery of Art
AEI DC and ASHRAE NCC are collaborating to host an ice skating event at the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden on Thursday, February 20th.
Prior to ice skating, we will meet at Penn Quarter Sports Tavern for a happy hour.
Due to the rink’s capacity limitations, we plan to purchase tickets ahead of time and reserve our spots. Registration ends at 5pm on Monday, February 17th.
When:
Thursday, February 20th 2025
Happy Hour – 5 PM to 6:30 PM
Ice Skating – 7 PM
Where:
Happy Hour – Penn Quarter Sports Tavern
(639 Indiana Ave NW)
Ice Skating – National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden (Constitution Ave & 7th Street NW)
AEI DC – Ice Skating at the Sculpture Garden

WIA Networking BINGO Night
2025-02-27 17:30 - 19:30 | WHINO @ Ballston Quarter, 4238 Wilson Blvd - Second Floor, Arlington, VA, 22203, United States

Keynote Event: March Chapter Dinner Meeting & After Party (In-Person)
2025-03-20 17:30 - 21:00 | Convene, 1201 Wilson Blvd, 29th Floor Gallery, Rosslyn, VA, 22209, United States
Dinner Presentation
PDH certificates will be provided for attending this event.
Protecting Building Occupants from Airborne Infections – ASHRAE Standard 241
ASHRAE, through its Epidemic Task Force, provided timely leadership in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic from March 2020 through June 2022. At the request of the White House, ASHRAE undertook its own project Warp Speed to build on that expertise for the future. In December 2022, the ASHRAE Board committed to rapidly writing a standard to make buildings more resilient against infectious aerosols ahead of the next epidemic. In only four months the project committee created and won approval for ASHRAE Standard 241-2023. This lecture will provide a summary of the standard including its purpose, scope, and key requirements together with supporting background. Plans for future development of the standard and prospects for its adoption will also be presented.

William P. Bahnfleth, PhD, PE, Fellow/Presidential Member ASHRAE, ASHRAE Distinguished Lecturer
William Bahnfleth is a professor of architectural engineering at the Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) in University Park, PA. Previously, he was a Senior Consultant for ZBA, Inc. in Cincinnati, OH and a Principal Investigator at the U.S. Army Construction Engineering Research Laboratory in Champaign, IL. He holds a doctorate in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois and is a registered professional engineer.
At Penn State, Dr. Bahnfleth teaches undergraduate courses in HVAC fundamentals and design and graduate courses in chilled water systems and indoor air quality. His research interests cover a wide variety of topics including chilled water systems, thermal energy storage, and indoor air quality with a focus on control of bioaerosols. He is the author or co-author of more than 180 technical papers and articles and 15 books and book chapters.
Dr. Bahnfleth is a fellow of ASHRAE, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) and the International Society for Indoor Air Quality and Climate (ISIAQ). He served ASHRAE as Society President in 2013-14 and chaired the ASHRAE Epidemic Task Force. He is the recipient of many ASHRAE awards, including the Exceptional Service Award, the E.K. Campbell Award of Merit for teaching, the Donald Bahnfleth Environmental Health Award, , the Louise and Bill Holladay Distinguished Fellow Award, and the F. Paul Anderson Award. He is also a recipient of the Penn State Engineering Alumni Society’s World-Class Engineering Faculty Award and a Distinguished Alumnus of the University of Illinois Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering.

Run for Research 2025 - First Annual 5K Race!
2025-03-30 08:00 - 10:00 | Fairfax Corner Shopping Center, 4100 Monument Corner, Fairfax, VA, 22030, United States
Join NCC ASHRAE for our first annual Run for Research 5K – perfect for all of our members, families, friends and community!
Join us for a great race and start a new ASHRAE tradition!
Click the link below to sign up, and see the flyer below for further information.
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April Chapter Meeting PES (Virtual)
2025-04-16 12:00 - 13:00 | VA
Professional Education Seminar
Hot Water Electrification with Large Tonnage Heat Pumps
This presentation is an introduction into how existing large tonnage chiller technology is being tailored to produce hot water at temperatures up to 180F. It will explore heat pump chiller operating characteristics, efficiencies and economics, as well as some basic ways to implement heat pump chillers into existing systems.
Ryan Cleary, PE, Sales Engineer for HVAC Equipment at Johnson Controls.
Ryan has a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Virginia Tech. He spent 4 years working in HVAC Design before transitioning to a sales role for the last 4 years at JCI. In his current role he helps consulting engineers and mechanical contractors design and specify equipment for a wide range of projects.

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April Chapter Dinner Meeting (In-person)
2025-04-16 17:30 - 20:30 | The Hall CP, 4656 Hotel Drive, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
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Spring Golf Outing 2025
2025-05-28 06:45 - 15:00 | Raspberry Falls Golf & Hunt Club, 41601 Raspberry Drive, Leesburg, 20176
Spring is around the corner, and that means golf season is just about here! It’s time to prepare for the ASHRAE National Capital Chapter Annual spring golf outing.
With your support, over the last 4 years the golf tournament has been able to raise nearly $50,000 in NCC ASHRAE Donations.
Sign up Today and help us continue to support the National Capital Chapter of ASHRAE!
Flyer and Registration Form Raspberry Falls Golf & Hunt Club41601 Raspberry DriveLeesburg, VA 20176
Wednesday, May 28, 2025

6:45-8:30AM Registration, Coffee, & Danish Station
9:00AM Shotgun Start
1:30PM Lunch Buffet With Awards

REGISTRATION:
Registration deadline is April 26th. Please see below for information regarding fees, sponsorship opportunities, and see the registration form for where to send forms and payment.
DIRECTIONS:
https://www.raspberryfalls.com/contactus/directions/
RULES:
All rules and regulations of Raspberry Falls shall be in effect. All golfers are required to have soft spikes on their golf shoes. All golfers participating in the outing are required to wear golf shoes, shirts with collars and sleeves, and appropriate slacks, shorts, or skirts.
GENERAL:
Format will be Captain’s Choice. Supertickets will be available for purchase before the event.
FOOD:
Lunch will be provided prior to the awards ceremony.
INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY:
In the event that the outing is canceled due to inclement weather, as determined by Mike Tate, the outing will be rescheduled. All registrants are expected to attend. If weather conditions are questionable, please call Raspberry Falls at 703-779-2555 (or Stephen Wetherhold at 406-478-0997) THE MORNING OF THE OUTING.
PRIZES TO BE AWARDED:
TWO $10,000 CASH PRIZES FOR A HOLE-IN-ONE! First, second, and third place team awards. Other awards include longest drive and closest to the pin. Golf-related door prizes will also be awarded by raffle.
REGISTRATION OPTIONS / COSTS:
Par Package $1250: (1) 4 PERSON TEAM
Birdie Package $1,400: (1) 4 PERSON TEAM + HOLE SPONSORSHIP
Eagle Package $2,500: (2) 4 PERSON TEAMS
Albatross Package $2,650: (2) 4 PERSON TEAMS + HOLE SPONSORSHIP
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES (Proceeds will all be given to ASHRAE RESEARCH):
Caddyshack Package (Tournament Sponsor) $6,000: Signage will be placed on every golf cart recognizing the sponsor plus 1 additional hole sponsor. (5) Teams will be reserved in your companies name. Please contact Stephen Wetherhold immediately at (406)478-0997 as this can only be attributed to one person or team.
SOLD OUT ——> Tin Cup Package $3,650: Signage will be placed on a beverage cart recognizing the sponsor. Two teams will be reserved in your companies name. Please contactStephen Wetherhold immediately at (406)478-0997 as there are only two slots available. ——–> SOLD OUT
Happy Gilmore Package $3,150: Signage will be placed on Hole in One Contest Holes plus 1 additional hole sponsor. (2) Teams will be reserved in your companies name. Please contact Stephen Wetherhold immediately at (406)478-0997 as there are only two slots available.
Bagger Vance Package $2950: Signage will be placed at the Putting Green or Driving Range plus 1 additional hole sponsor. (2) Teams will be reserved in your companies name. Please contact Stephen Wetherhold immediately at (406)478-0997 as there are only two slots available.
* All donors will receive a donation receipt documenting your contributions.

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND:
SUPERTICKET: Available at the Tournament Registration Desk for $20, this ticket includes a mulligan, free throw, and a dream shot (start from red tee).
Flyer and Registration Form

September 2025 Chapter Meeting PES (Virtual)
2025-09-25 12:00 - 13:00 | VA
NCC ASHRAE September Chapter Meeting Virtual PES
PDH certificates will be provided for attending this event.
Theme: Membership Promotion
Topic: Mechanical Fundamentals for Sustainable AI Data Centers
When: Thursday, September 25th, 2025

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EDT

Where: Virtual meeting link will be provided upon registration.
As a thank you to our membership, PES tickets are FREE for NCC ASHRAE members.

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Professional Education Seminar (PES)
Keeping AI Cool: Mechanical Fundamentals for Sustainable AI Data Centers
Artificial Intelligence is transforming data centers, pushing rack densities from 20-30 kW to 50-100+ kW and forcing a shift from traditional air cooling to liquid-based solutions. This session will introduce the fundamentals of mechanical systems for AI-ready facilities, explore ASHRAE TC 9.9 resources, and highlight how engineers can innovate responsibly in efficiency, reliability, and sustainability

Eric Yang PE, CEM, LEED AP, CGD
ASHRAE BEAP, CPMP, HBDP
Eric Yang is currently an adjunct faculty at GMU, teaching Data Center Engineering. He is an accomplished mechanical engineer with over 20 years of experience advancing energy efficiency in the built environment. He spent nearly three years as Principal Mechanical Engineer at Vantage Data Centers, leading mechanical design and innovation for hyperscale facilities. Before that, he served as a Senior Field Mechanical Engineer at Amazon Web Services (AWS), where he improved the energy performance and operations of one of the world’s largest data center fleets.
Eric is a long-standing ASHRAE volunteer leader, actively involved in TC 9.9 (Mission Critical Facilities, Data Centers, Technology Spaces, and Electronic Equipment) and TC 7.6 (Building Energy Performance), where he has chaired the Energy Management Subcommittee since 2021. Eric is passionate about advancing sustainability, resilience, and decarbonization, and continues to champion innovative approaches that drive both design excellence and operational efficiency.
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September 2025 Chapter Meeting Dinner Presentation (In-Person)
2025-09-25 17:30 - 20:30 | AUSA Conference Center, 2425 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA, 22201, United States
NCC ASHRAE September Chapter Meeting Dinner Presentation
PDH certificates will be provided for attending this event.
Theme: Membership Promotion
Topic: Achieving a Green Data Center: More than a Good Design Is Needed
When: Thursday, September 25th, 2025

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Happy Hour
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Dinner Presentation

Where: AUSA Conference Center 2425 Wilson Blvd Arlington, VA 22201
Dinner Presentation
Achieving a Green Data Center: More than a Good Design Is Needed
The concept of a Green Data Center is difficult to perceive with a building full of computers consuming electricity. Therefore, the goal for a green data center is minimizing the energy consumed by the facility not contributing to computing power. To achieve this reduction, the site selection, facility program, design, installation, commissioning, and operations all play a vital role. With today’s MEP systems, a strong focus must be placed on best commissioning practices. I will discuss some current trends and design strategies for high-performance systems in various climates. Also, I will present some keys to achieving the goals of a high-performance design with commissioning, seasonal testing, operation plans for changing IT loads, EBCx as operations change, Cx of added equipment during the life of the data center, and, most importantly, annual monitoring and operational adjustments. This PES will delve into these concepts, success stories and some common pitfalls as we predict the future of green data centers.

Jim Vallort, Fellow ASHRAE
Jim Vallort is a Quality and Commissioning Senior Director with Vantage Data Centers. Jim also served as an ASHRAE Society Vice President for the 2014-2016, director-at-large in 2005-08, and as Region VI director and Regional Chair in 2001-04. He currently serves as a member of Guideline 1.6 Data Center Commissioning and (TC) 7.9, Building Commissioning. Jim previously served as the Illinois Chapter president in 1999-2000 and is an ASHRAE Fellow.
He brings a unique perspective on the constructability and real-world considerations of our industry through his experiences working as a union pipefitter, spending years in the field commissioning projects, designing mechanical and building automation systems, modelling building energy usage, and working as a general contractor.
Jim’s greatest joy at work is teaching and mentoring others on the mix of art and science that is required to solve today’s challenges. This passion guided Jim in developing the YEA committee within ASHRAE – when he qualified to be a YEA member many years ago.
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October 2025 Chapter Meeting Dinner Presentation (In-Person)
2025-10-15 17:30 - 20:30 | Rhodeside Grill, 1836 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA, 22201, United States
NCC ASHRAE October Chapter Meeting Dinner Presentation
PDH certificates will be provided for attending this event.
Theme: YEA/WIA/DEA
Topic: Thermal Energy Storage Systems
When: Wednesday, October 15th, 2025

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Happy Hour
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Dinner Presentation

Where: Rhodeside Grill 1836 Wilson Blvd Arlington, VA 22201
Dinner Presentation
Thermal Energy Storage Systems
Thermal energy storage (TES) systems-often called thermal batteries-are emerging as a critical solution for managing grid demand, decarbonizing buildings, and enabling all-electric heating and cooling. This session will explore how the Inflation Reduction Act and the new One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) have expanded eligibility for federal tax credits under Section 48E to include TES technologies, offering incentives of up to 50% for qualifying projects. We will discuss how these credits, combined with other programs like 179D and Direct Pay, are driving adoption across commercial, institutional, and district-scale applications. Real-world case studies-including electrified retrofits and mixed-use developments-demonstrate how TES can reduce emissions, enhance grid flexibility, and deliver strong financial returns while meeting sustainability mandates.

Conrad Bishop
Conrad has a strong background in engineering sales and sales management working with owners, engineers and contractors (installation and service) – in industrial, commercial, healthcare, education, government, and institutional HVAC markets. While in the Atlanta office of Trane Technologies for almost 45 years he led the successful pursuit and design assistance of numerous multi-million-dollar projects in Georgia as well as across the US. He also was one the first in the Atlanta office to become LEED AP certified.Conrad is currently assisting the Trane Sustainable Systems group. This team supports Trane field offices in the US and Canada in complex Decarbonization projects including Electrification of Heat and Thermal Storage.
Conrad is a 1978 graduate of Auburn University – BS Civil Engineering and a 1979-II graduate of the Trane GTP (Graduate Training Program).
Conrad now resides in Santa Rosa Beach, FL with his wife Kathy and two Dachshund’s.
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October 2025 Chapter Meeting PES (Virtual)
2025-10-22 12:00 - 13:00 | VA
NCC ASHRAE October Chapter Meeting Virtual PES
PDH certificates will be provided for attending this event.
Theme: YEA/WIA/DEA
Topic: Principles of Radiant Cooling & Heating: Optimizing Energy Efficiency and Comfort in High-Performance Buildings
When: Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EDT

Where: Virtual meeting link will be provided upon registration.
As a thank you to our membership, PES tickets are FREE for NCC ASHRAE members.
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Professional Education Seminar (PES)
Principles of Radiant Cooling & Heating: Optimizing Energy Efficiency and Comfort in High-Performance Buildings
This presentation explores the principles of radiant heating and cooling systems and their role in achieving energy efficiency, electrification targets, and superior thermal comfort in high-performance buildings. Participants will gain a clear understanding of how radiant systems operate, the various system types available, and the key benefits they offer compared to conventional air-based solutions.
The session will discuss how radiant technologies contribute to enhanced occupant comfort, reduced energy consumption, and seamless integration with heat pumps and renewable energy sources. Special attention will be given to strategies that mitigate condensation risk, a critical aspect of radiant cooling design. Real-world project references will highlight successful applications and performance outcomes, demonstrating how these systems can optimize both comfort and sustainability across diverse building types.

Skip Daugherty, Design Manager REHAU Building Solutions North America
Skip has been a part of the REHAU team since 2006, supporting Building Solutions as the lead Manager of the Design Department for North America. Specializing in radiant heating and cooling, snow/ice melt, geothermal and plumbing applications for commercial and residential applications, Skip’s technical expertise and practical experience designing hydronic systems offers a unique perspective on high-performance building design.
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YEA Professional Headshot Social
2025-10-23 17:00 - 19:00 | Wilson Hardware, 2915 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA, 22201, United States
Need a fresh professional headshot?Join ASHRAE and DBIA on October 2nd for a social networking event featuring a professional photographer on-site for two hours. Whether you’re updating your LinkedIn, Teams, or company profile, this is the perfect chance to refresh your image while connecting with peers in the industry.

November 2025 Chapter Meeting PES (Virtual)
2025-11-12 12:00 - 13:00 | VA
NCC ASHRAE and ASHRAE Region 3 November Virtual PES
PDH certificates will be provided for attending this event.
Theme: Research Promotion
Topic: ASHRAE Basics – Organizational Structure and Volunteer Opportunities
When: Wednesday, November 12th, 2025

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EDT

Where: Virtual meeting link will be provided upon registration.
Professional Education Seminar (PES)
ASHRAE Basics – Organizational Structure and Volunteer Opportunities
This presentation offers an inside look at ASHRAE’s organizational structure, emphasizing how the Society’s governance and volunteer leadership drive its mission. You will gain insight into the critical roles played by the Board of Directors, councils, and committees and local chapters, which together form a collaborative network for shaping policy, developing standards, and spearheading technical initiatives. Understanding these layers of leadership will enable you to get the most out of your ASHRAE membership.

There are many engagement opportunities at all levels of ASHRAE membership. Volunteer participation not only supports the building science community but also helps members build professional networks, influence industry advancements, and develop leadership skills essential for career growth. This talk will also highlight ASHRAE’s comprehensive portfolio of technical activities and how these resources can keep you current with emerging technologies, boost your credentials, and advance your careers.

David Yashar, Deputy Director of the Standards Coordination Office at the National Institute of Standards and Technology
Dave Yashar is an At-Large Member of ASHRAE’s Board of Directors and is also an ASHRAE Fellow. He performed research on domestic refrigerators, heat pumps, and various HVAC&R components for 15 years with the goal of advancing standards to enable more efficient, reliable, and intelligent equipment. He then moved from independent research to managing NIST’s Building Energy and Environment Division, whose research portfolio spans a wide range of equipment, controls, renewable energy and air quality issues for residential and commercial buildings. He became the Deputy Director of NIST’s Standards Coordination Office in January 2024, which enables effective engagement in the various activities within the standardization space.
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November 2025 Chapter Meeting Dinner Presentation (In-Person)
2025-11-12 17:30 - 20:30 | Rhodeside Grill, 1836 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA, 22201, United States
NCC ASHRAE November Chapter Meeting Dinner Presentation
PDH certificates will be provided for attending this event.
Theme: Research Promotion
Topic: Air Handling Unit Acoustics
When: Wednesday, November 12th, 2025

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Happy Hour
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Dinner Presentation

Where: Rhodeside Grill 1836 Wilson Blvd Arlington, VA 22201
Dinner Presentation
Air Handling Unit Acoustics
A review of the fundamentals of acoustics followed by a discussion of the noise sources in an air handling unit and how to control AHU sound for improved occupant and community comfort.

Roger Howard, LEED AP – Johnson Controls Acoustics Engineer
Roger Howard is an Acoustics Engineer at the Johnson Controls Advanced Development and Engineering Center located in York, Pennsylvania. He is primarily responsible for sound testing and ratings of air-handling products. Roger received his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. He has 36 years of combined experience in the design, engineering and selection of custom Air-Handling Units and in research, engineering and application of sound and vibration technologies. Roger serves on several sound and vibration standards subcommittees at AHRI, and is a provisional member of ASHRAE Technical Committee 2.6.
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WiA Yoga Event 11/19/25
2025-11-19 17:00 - 20:00 | VA
The WiA Yoga Event has been cancelled.

CANCELED Government Affairs Lunch and Learn 12/4/25
2025-12-04 12:00 - 13:00 | VA
Unfortunately, the December 4th event has been canceled. We are hoping for the event to be rescheduled and will provide an update later.
Join us for a Government Affairs Lunch and Learn on December 4th at 12pm! The event will be held at the ASHRAE Washington Office (1255 23rd Street, NW, Washington, DC 20037). If you are interested, please register before November 21st by email: c026GAC@ashrae.net or mattwyou@gmail.com. Details about the event can be found below.

Translating the Global Call to Action on Indoor Air Quality into Building Practice
Session Description
This year, the Health in Buildings Roundtable gathered leaders from ASHRAE, ARPA‑H, IWBI, USGBC, and others at the National Academies to sketch out an IAQ Moonshot: make clean indoor air inevitable through a blend of requirements and ROI‑backed innovation. Panelists argued to “raise the floor” with codes and standards like ASHRAE Standards 62.1 and 241, while building the automation, evidence, and governance layers that prove value and scale adoption. They highlighted the Global Call to Action to ensure “clean indoor air is a fundamental human right.” This session translates those insights into actionable steps for building engineers, demonstrating how a new tool operationalizes trade‑offs so healthy air becomes a necessary investment-and how carrots (productivity, absenteeism, O&M savings) and sticks (minimum operations requirements) work together.
Learning Objectives
After this session, participants will be able to:
1. Summarize the Global Call to Action and “IAQ as a human right” framing, and describe why a “carrots + sticks” strategy is required for durable adoption.
2. Explain how ASHRAE 241 (Infectious Aerosol Control) complements 62.1 and why “raise the floor” on mandatory operations is a central Moonshot theme.
3. Evaluate trade‑offs inherent in providing cleaner indoor air (e.g., filtration/ventilation vs. energy and absenteeism).
4. Outline a practical data governance approach (sensors, QA/cleaning, verification, minimal‑necessary metrics) to make IAQ data comparable and useful.
5. Differentiate public vs. private pathways (e.g., school dashboards vs. owner liability) and select reporting models that incentivize action.
6. Identify where automation (sensor‑to‑control interventions) can deliver “set‑and‑forget” IAQ with documented health and cost outcomes.
Speaker Bio
Brian Gilligan, P.E. is a professional engineer and workplace strategist with over 25 years of leadership in sustainable real estate, health-based design, and energy efficiency. As a former member of GSA’s Office of Federal High-Performance Buildings, he led national initiatives such as Workplace 2030, the Clean Air in Buildings Challenge, and the Health in Buildings Roundtable (HiBR) with the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. He is the creator of SHEAR-a Space, Health, Energy, and Resiliency modeling framework integrating health performance metrics, IAQ data, and lifecycle carbon analysis into real estate decision-making. His current work bridges science-based IAQ research, ASHRAE standards, and workplace strategy to accelerate implementation of the Global Call to Action on Healthy Indoor Air.

2026 ASHRAE Region III CRC
2026-08-13 - 2026-08-16 | VA
Join us for the 2026 ASHRAE Region III CRC in Arlington, Virginia!
Region III CRC 2026 promises to have a wide variety of events, workshops, and activities to attend and network with other ASHRAE members from throughout the region. The CRC will be held at the brand new Hilton Arlington Rosslyn The Key, which opened fall 2025.
Registration will open February 2026.
Questions? Reach out to CRC2026@nccashrae.org
