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Louisville ASHRAE Facebook Group
Great news - the Louisville ASHRAE chapter now has a Facebook group!
We will use this page to share chapter updates, photos, and organize events. It will also give chapter members the opportunity to communicate with one another more easily.
Please plan to join the group and share it with your coworkers and industry contacts!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/635583704057720
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ASHRAE Celebrates its 125th Anniversary
We hope you have enjoyed all of the recent posts about ASHRAE's 125th anniversary!
To finish the celebration, please take the time to read the article below about how the HVAC&R industry has changed our lifestyles.
View/download "How HVAC&R Changed the Word" article here
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ASHRAE Celebrates its 125th Anniversary
It seems like yesterday that Society celebrated it 100th anniversary. Speaking of history and yesteryears how about a little history about Louisville? Following this article is a link to a Leadership Recall Interview hosted by Larry Fisher with 3 Louisvillians – the older members will certainly remember the likes of Bob Logston, Ray Thornton, and Presidential member James W. May. While watching, remember, there was no HD then!!
Quick Facts:
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James W. May attended UK under F Paul Anderson (anther famous ASHRAE person), prior to UK offering a mechanical engineering degree
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James was a Regional DRC prior to Kentucky having an ASHRAE Chapter
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James is known as the father of the first ASHRAE Kentucky Chapter, Bluegrass Chapter.
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James was our Chapters 1st President. Chapter was Chartered October 8th, 1954 as ASHVE
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One year later, the name was changed to the Louisville Chapter.
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James was a Louisville Chapter member and served as Society President in 1965/66
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Ray Thornton was a refrigeration engineer at GE and was responsible for many RP dollars coming from GE
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Bob Logston was also a DRC for Region VII as a member of the Louisville Chapter
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These men were mentors for Louisville Chapter during the era of Larry Fisher, Matt Hargan, Bob Burkhead, Jim Reemers, Ken Peet, Rick Vowels, Cecil Goins, Charlie Knights, Mike Berger, Tom Davies, Ed Dusch, Bill Brangers, Julian Donahue, David Jackson, Bill Morrissey, Leonard O’dell, Roy Blewitt, Brent Caswell, and Ted Ogle.
In celebrating ASHRAE 125 did you know:
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After the merger of ASHVE and ASRE, Society Presidents only served 6 months?
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The prestigious F. Paul Anderson Award is named after Dr. Anderson, who was a Dean of Engineering at UK
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The Louisville Chapter (1st ASHRAE Chapter in Kentucky) was initially named the Bluegrass Chapter
Hey, the video is 30 minutes. It’s a great video of our members of the past – try it out! Enjoy!
https://www.ashrae.org/about/leadership/leadership-recall/leadership-recall-james-w-may
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November 2020 Government Affairs Updates:
China Pledges Carbon Neutrality by 2060
On September 22, China announced at the U.N. General Assembly that it would achieve carbon neutrality by 2060 by implementing "more vigorous policies and measures." China is currently the world’s biggest emitter of greenhouse gas emissions and has said that it is seeking a "green recovery" to the current pandemic.
European Commission Pushes for Tougher Climate Targets
The European Commission has stated that the European Union should reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% by 2030, against 1990 levels. They argue the goal of reaching net-zero emissions by 2050 won’t be possible with the EU’s current 2030 emissions target of a 40% cut. To do this, the EU would expand carbon pricing including to buildings. Specific proposals will be debated further in summer 2021.
U.K. and U.N. Schedule Virtual Climate Summit
The United Kingdom has announced it will hold a virtual summit on December 12 with United Nations in order to drive more ambitious national goals. The summit will coincide with the fifth anniversary of the Paris Climate Agreement and comes after the United Nation’s decision to postpone this year’s U.N. Climate Change Conference (COP 26) to November 2021 due to the ongoing pandemic.
Push for Legislation to Decarbonize the Power Sector
Congressmen David McKinley (R-WV) and Kurt Schrader (D-OR) have drafted bipartisan legislation to decarbonize the power sector. A discussion draft has been circulated that aims to create a clean energy standard for the electric power sector that would reduce carbon emissions by 80% by 2050, support carbon capture and storage, and provide tax credits for advancing renewables. A "Section-by-Section" of the discussion draft legislation can be found here. The two Congressmen are members of the House Energy and Commerce Committee.
DOE Announces $80 Million for Innovative Building Technologies and Practices
On September 25, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), through its Building Technologies Office, announced that it will provide up to $80 million for the Buildings Energy Efficiency Frontiers & Innovation Technologies (BENEFIT) 2020. This funding opportunity supports projects that enhance energy demand flexibility across buildings, including advanced building construction, workforce development and a variety of building technologies, such as HVAC and thermal energy storage.
To be eligible for consideration, a concept paper must be submitted no later than November 5, 2020 by 5:00 p.m. ET. Full applications must be submitted by January 20, 2021 by 5:00 p.m. ET. More information on submittal requirements and instructions can be found on the EERE Exchange website.
DOE Announces Analysis on Energy Conservation Standards for Air Conditioners
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is seeking public input for an analysis it is conducting on computer room air conditioners (CRACs) and air-cooled, three-phase, small commercial package air conditioning and heating equipment with a cooling capacity of less than 65,000 Btu/h. DOE is required to conduct an analysis under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) when changes are made to ASHRAE Standard 90.1. All written comments and information from the public must be submitted on or before November 9, 2020. For more information, click here.
City of San Antonio School District COVID-19 Plan Includes ASHRAE Schools Guidance
To minimize the risk of viral transmission through building HVAC systems, the San Antonio Independent School District has been testing HVAC systems for their viability to operate using MERV-13 filters and has purchased these filters to be used where systems allow. These improvements are consistent with ASHRAE guidance and this August San Antonio referenced ASHRAE guidance in its school opening plan, which can be found here.
The School District has also extended the operation schedule for the air conditioning system to start earlier in the morning prior to school start and later in the evening after dismissal to allow for additional air exchanges, bringing fresh air into the schools.
California Assembly Bill Including ASHRAE Guidance to be Signed Into Law
California Assembly Bill 841, which has passed both the House and Senate, has been presented to the Governor for signature. The bill, known as the School and State Building Energy Efficiency Stimulus Program, includes requirements for previously unoccupied school buildings to make them safer for reopening. The legislation includes ASHRAE’s Building Readiness Guidance and Guidance for Reopening Schools and Universities. In July, ASHRAE President Chuck Gulledge had written to bill sponsor Assembly Member Ting in support of the inclusion of ASHRAE’s guidance in the legislation. The full text of the enrolled bill can be found here.
California Department of Public Health Website Includes ASHRAE Guidance
The California Department of Public Health, Indoor Air Quality Program has added new information on Airborne Disease to its website, including a paper titled "The Role of Building Ventilation and Filtration in Reducing Risk of Airborne Viral Transmission in Schools, Illustrated with SARS-CoV-2." The paper has 18 total references to ASHRAE, including the Guidance for Reopening Schools and Universities and ASHRAE Standard 52.2. The full paper can be found here.
Michigan Governor Signs Executive Order on Climate Change, Aiming for Decarbonization by 2050
On Wednesday, September 23, Michigan Gov. Whitmer signed an Executive Order combating climate change, aiming to make Michigan's economy carbon-neutral by 2050. The decarbonization-by-2050 goal includes an interim target of a 28% reduction from 1990 greenhouse gas emission levels by 2025. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE) will be overseeing this effort with the help of a newly formed Council on Climate Solutions. The council will include the directors or director-designated representatives from nine state agencies and 14 state residents appointed by the governor. The council will advise EGLE in formulating and implementing a "Michigan Healthy Climate Plan," the state's action plan for greenhouse gas emissions. Gov. Whitmer also issued an accompanying executive directive requiring EGLE to provide her with the climate plan in draft form by Sept. 1, 2021, with a final plan by the end of that year.
ASHRAE Member speaks at ASBO Roundtable on HVAC in School Facilities
On October 1, ASHRAE member Corey Metzger spoke at a virtual roundtable hosted by the Association of School Business Officials (ASBO) that focused on HVAC and Air Quality during the pandemic. Mr. Metzger leads the Schools Team for ASHRAE’s Epidemic Task Force. To learn more about ASHRAE’s technical resources for schools and universities, click here.
IEA Releases "World Energy Outlook 2020"
Yesterday, the International Energy Agency released its flagship publication, "The World Energy Outlook 2020." The report focuses on forecasts over the next decade: strong growth in renewables are expected, but these investments need to be paired with investment in electricity grids to ensure reliability and security of the electricity supply. The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered deep cuts in energy demand, with an expected global drop of 5 percent this year. To view the full report click here.
Rep. Williams Introduces Bill to Permanently Extend Energy Efficiency Tax Deduction 179D
On October 6, Rep. Roger Williams (R-TX) introduced H.R. 8547, the Incentivize Energy-Saving Improvements Act, which would make the Section 179D tax deduction permanent. The 179D tax deduction sets incentives for building owners that reduce their building's total energy and power cost by 50% or more in comparison to past versions of ASHRAE Standard 90.1. 179D needs to be reauthorized by Congress annually and is currently set to expire on December 31, 2020. To learn more about 179D, click here.
CDC Adds Back Guidance Regarding Airborne Transmission of SARS-CoV-2
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated its website to acknowledge possible airborne transmission of the coronavirus, especially in enclosed spaces. This information was published after similar guidance was initially removed a few weeks ago since the language was not yet finalized. To read the updated guidance from the CDC, click here. ASHRAE’s position on possible airborne spread of the coronavirus can be found here.
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ASHRAE Celebrates its 125th Anniversary
Know Your History!!
The following is the actual proceedings from the first Annual ASHRAE (then ASHVE) meeting held in 1895. It is short (2 pages). Give it a quick read. Interesting how the thoughts about forming the Association and then actually doing it were accomplished. Today, from that originally 25 we are now nearly 57,000 strong!
View Proceedings Here
Forthcoming will be a third short article about our 125th! Stay tuned!
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2020 Louisville ASHRAE Chapter – Clay Shoot
Registration is still open for the 2020 Louisville ASHRAE Clay Shoot!
This event benefits ASHRAE Research Promotion!
Friday, November 20th, 2020
Event flyer can be downloaded here
Registration Link: http://www.louisvilleashrae.com/default.asp?q_areaprimaryid=3&q_areasecondaryid=0&q_areatertiaryid=0&q_eventid=181
Location:
Indian Creek Gun Club
5950 Gun Club Rd NE | Georgetown, IN 47122
1:30pm - Shotgun Start (literally)
Cost: $500 for foursome
The price for individuals has been reduced to $100!
Shooting Station Sponsors: $100
Registration includes ammo, targets, eye protection, and hearing protection
Prizes will be awarded to the winning team!
Please contact Justin Ost (justinost@habeggercorp.com or 502-888-4398) if you have any questions
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October 2020 Government Affairs Updates:
ASHRAE Guidance for Polling Place HVAC Systems Shared with Boards of Elections for All 50 States
The new ASHRAE guidance document issued by the Epidemic Task Force on August 19, "Guidance for Polling Place HVAC Systems", was sent to the Board of Elections (or equivalent agency) in each of the 50 states, as well as to the National Governors Association and the U.S. Election Assitance Commission. The guidance contains a summary of key general recommendations related to HVAC and water supply systems at polling places, to protect voters and poll workers from COVID-19 infection. The Guidance for Polling Place HVAC Systems can be found here.
DOE Changes Procedures for Evaluating Statutory Factors for Use in New or Revised Energy Conservation Standards
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is changing the way it makes decisions for revised energy conservation standards by adding a requirement that modifies the process for economic justifications for a specific Trial Standard Level ("TSL"). The rule requires a "comparison of the benefits and burdens of that TSL against the benefits and burdens of the baseline case" for certain products. According to Federal law, the benefits of the standard must exceed the burdens by considering the seven factors laid out in 42 U.S.C. 6295(o)(2)(B)(i). To learn more about the new rule, click here. The effective date of this rule is October 19, 2020.
Senate Democrats Release their Climate Crisis Report
Democrats on the Senate’s Special Committee on the Climate Crisis released a 200 page report with their solutions to combat the climate crisis. The report advocates for legislation to be drafted that would:
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Create 10 million new jobs;
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Increase Federal spending to combat climate change to at least 2% of the U.S.’s annual gross domestic product;
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Reduce U.S. energy emissions to reach net-zero by 2050.
The Special Committee on the Climate Crisis was formed last year by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and is Chaired by Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI).
Momentum Grows for Senate Bipartisan Energy Package
Senate Energy and Natural Resources Chair Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) is working to bring a bipartisan, multi-bill energy package to the Senate Floor for consideration. The push comes after a deal was reached on an amendment concerning the phase-down of high-global warming refrigerants (GWP), such as Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), which had sidetracked the legislation earlier this year. The deal reached on the amendment would now reduce the amount of HFCs used in the U.S. by 85% by 2036 while also preventing states and localities from passing stricter rules. The amendment would also prevent the EPA from speeding up the timeline. Senator Murkowski is also working to reach a deal on an amendment that would add a section on building codes/standards to the efficiency title of the bill. click here
DOE Plans 10 Virtual Sessions for the Solar Decathlon
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is hosting a series of educational programs on various aspects of the Solar Decathlon. For more information on these free webinars, click on the links below:
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Solar 101 – How Solar Energy Works | Wednesday, September 16, 2020, 1–2 p.m. EDT
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Discovering Clean Energy Careers | Wednesday, October 14, 2020, 1–2 p.m. EDT
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A Virtual Hands-On Energy Workshop for Families | Wednesday, November 18, 2020, 1–2 p.m. EDT
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Solar Student Leaders of Tomorrow Showcase | Wednesday, December 16, 2020, 1–2 p.m. EDT
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Resilient Home 411: Strategies to Weather and Recover from Natural Disasters | Wednesday, January 20, 2021, 1–2 p.m. EDT
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Zero Energy Ready Homes: New and Growing Fast | Wednesday, February 17, 2021, 1–2 p.m. EDT
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The Future of Solar: A Tour of Cutting-Edge Solar Research with the U.S. Department of Energy | Wednesday, March 17, 2021, 1–2 p.m. EDT
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Solar Decathlon Build Challenge Team House Tour | Friday, April 16, 2021, 1–2 p.m. EDT
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Winning Solar Home - The DOE Solar Decathlon Build Challenge Winners | Wednesday, May 19, 2021, 1-2 p.m. EDT
House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee Hearing on Low-Carbon Recovery
On September 16, the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change of the Committee on Energy and Commerce held a hearing entitled, "Building a 100 Percent Clean Economy: Opportunities for an Equitable, Low-Carbon Recovery." To watch the hearing and view testimony, click here.
Letter to Texas on the 2018 International Green Construction Code
ASHRAE has joined with the International Code Council (ICC), the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) and the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) to provide a response to a Request for Information issued by the State of Texas regarding the adoption and implementation of the 2018 International Green Construction Code (IgCC) for certain state buildings. The letter, signed by ASHRAE President Gulledge, provides comments and recommendations in response to RFI No. 225j - High Performance Building Evaluation System Using 2018 IgCC. It supports the inclusion of IgCC-2018 in the Texas building code for state buildings and state-supported institutions of higher education so they can achieve certification for a whole systems approach to the design, construction and operation of buildings.
DOE Proposes Rulemaking Regarding Enforcement Regulations
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a notice of a proposed rulemaking that would change enforcement sampling procedures and test notice requirements for consumer products and commercial and industrial equipment. DOE has the ability to change these regulations under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act of 1975 (EPCA). The propose rule will include consideration of third-party certification program testing. For more information, click here.
ORNL Researchers Build Smart Wall Containing Cooling System
Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have 3D-printed a first-of-its-kind smart wall that also functions as a cooling system. The wall, called EMPOWER, is designed as a support wall for a building’s interior to help lower energy use and maintain occupant comfort. A thermal storage and insulation system is embedded in the wall and a chiller that pumps cool water through pipes is connected to the wall. Click here to read more. Additional information can be found here.
Louisiana Executive Order Sets Path for Net-Zero Carbon Emissions in State by 2050
In an Executive Order issued on August 19, Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards set the state on a path toward net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. The order establishes a "Climate Initiatives Task Force" charged with reaching that goal and in the interim, reducing economy-wide emissions 26-28% by 2025 and 40-50% by 2030. The new goals and task force will likely accelerate an energy transformation across the state and potentially reduce the cost of electricity.
A second Executive Order was also signed that established a new Chief Resilience Officer position for the state. The Chief Resilience Officer will be responsible for improving the state’s response to climate change. Both orders are intended to build on the state’s existing efforts to address the threat of sea level rise. The Climate Initiatives Task Force Executive Order can be found here and the Coastal Resilience Executive Order can be found here.
Efficiency Canada and Carleton University Release Report on Tiered Energy Codes
Last week, a report was released by Efficiency Canada and Carleton University on Canada’s energy codes, including the new model code which is expected to be published in 2021. The report can be found here and a webinar will be held on September 25. To register for the webinar entitled, "Tiered Energy Codes Best Practices for Code Compliance," click here.
Montgomery County, Maryland to Adopt 2018 International Green Construction Code
Montgomery County, Maryland is currently on track to be the first jurisdiction to adopt the 2018 International Green Construction Code (IgCC), powered by ANSI/ASHRAE/ICC/USGBC/IES Standard 189.1-2017, Standard for the Design of High-Performance Green Buildings Except Low Rise Residential Buildings. This comprehensive green code establishes minimum regulations for building systems and site considerations using prescriptive and performance-related provisions. If adopted, all new commercial buildings over 5,000 square feet constructed starting in 2021 will be required to comply with the IgCC. Comments on the regulation are due October 5. The proposed regulation can be found here.
Vermont Passes Bill Allowing Citizens to Sue the State if it Does Not Reach Climate Goals
The Vermont legislature passed a bill on September 10 that would require the state government to reach certain carbon emission reduction goals in future years and would allow private citizens to sue the state if the state fails to meet them. The Act requires the state to lower its emissions 40% below 1990 levels by 2030 and 80% below by 2050. The bill would also create a Climate Council composed of state agency leaders, scientists and representatives from rural communities and small businesses, among others, who would be tasked with identifying strategies to reduce emissions. Vermont’s emission reduction goals largely mirror those put forward in the state’s Comprehensive Energy Plan from 2016, but this new bill goes one step further by putting pressure on the government to accomplish those goals or risk lawsuits.
AIA Hosts Webinar on Climate Risk Mitigation
On October 23, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) is hosting a live course on "Integrating Climate Risk into Planning & Design." The event is for members of organizations that are signatories of the Resilience Building Coalition, such as ASHRAE. Click here for more information and to register
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ASHRAE Celebrates its 125th Anniversary
Know Your History!!
ASHRAE was founded in 1894 as the American Society of Heating and Ventilating Engineers (ASHVE). Ten years later the American Society of Refrigerating Engineers (ASRE) was organized in December 1904. Although there were many members who had membership to both societies and discussions about a merger; it was not until 1959 that there was a final agreement and the two organizations merged to form ASHRAE.
ASHVE was first talked of, at least with the idea of at once forming such society in the summer of 1894. It was thought that the time was ripe for a pure engineering society. Composed of the active workers in the field of heating and ventilating, meeting subjects most interesting to the engineer would be discussed. As the result of this interchange of ideas, it was decided to ask the opinions of fifty or seventy-five engineers known to be much interested in their chosen line of work, as to the advisability of forming such an organization.
So many favorable replies were received that invitations were sent out to about twenty-five persons in New York city to come together at the office of Heating and Ventilation, 146 World Building, New York, Thursday, August 2, 1894. The first regular meeting was called to order at the Broadway Central Hotel, New York, at 3 P. M., September 10, 1894. The first annual meeting of The American Society of Heating and Ventilating Engineers was held at No. 12 West 31 St street, New York city, January 22, 23, and 24, 1895.
Forthcoming will be the actual proceedings from this meeting! Stay tuned!
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Louisville ASHRAE November Chapter Meeting (Virtual)
Wednesday, November 18, 2020
Please join us for the fourth chapter meeting of the 2020-2021 ASHRAE year!
This chapter meeting will be held virtually
Presenter: Larry J. Fisher, Life Member ASHRAE
Larry is the retired owner and President of ECT Services, a Temperature Controls design and installation company based in Louisville, KY. He has been involved with ASHRAE Technical Committee 1.4, Control Theory and Application for over 25 years. Larry is past member of ASHRAE Board of Directors, served as your Region VII DRC, and currently serves as voting member on Foundation, Publishing and Education, Government Affairs, and Nominating. He has received ASHRAE’s Distinguished and Exceptional Service Awards. He has been a speaker with controls as the focus at numerous ASHRAE Conferences. His expertise during his 35+ years in controls includes the understanding of quality installation that result in a more sustainable building for the future. His passion is education for owners, engineers, and installers that result in a well-maintained mechanical system for the life of a building.
Topic: Best Practices for Installing DDC Systems
This will be an abbreviated version from the 3 hour instructor led course that Larry debuted at the 2019 Winter Meeting in Orlando.
What is interesting is this course DOES NOT discuss sequences of operation, programming, or software. The purpose is to focus on the physical design, the engineering specs (instructions) of the physical design, the installation procedures and accountability and expectations of the team required to design and install sustainable controls for the life of a building.
A facility’s direct digital controls (DDCs) form a living, breathing system that an owner will use throughout the life of the building. However, many control systems do not work as designed on “Day One,” much less after two to three years of use. Adding to the complexity are subcontractors, who often do not routinely install control systems, as well as installing contractors, who have broad discretion to determine aspects of how controls are installed. In addition, many manufacturers sell DDCs and components but provide little information on installation practices or quality-control guidelines.
If standardized and quality installations are promoted, the short and long-term success of control systems will be greatly improved.
This program will discuss information to ensure uniformity for consultants, contractors, and code officials. The program will specifically benefit consulting engineers, DDC design integration engineers, commissioning authorities, and contractors who install DDC Systems.
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Cost: $15
(1) PDH will be available
Registration Link: http://www.louisvilleashrae.com/default.asp?q_areaprimaryid=3&q_areasecondaryid=0&q_areatertiaryid=0&q_eventid=180
Registration Deadline: 11/18 at 9:00 AM
A link to join the webinar will be sent out on the morning of 11/18
Please contact info@louisvilleashrae.com if you have any questions
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Louisville ASHRAE October Chapter Meeting (Virtual)
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
Please join us for the third chapter meeting of the 2020-2021 ASHRAE year!
This chapter meeting will be held virtually
Topic: Answers to the Biggest Questions About Aerosols, COVID-19 & HVAC Systems
On September 18th, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) appeared to acknowledge that coronavirus could be spread by aerosols. It posted guidance on its website listing aerosols among the ways the virus spreads and saying there was growing evidence the airborne particles can remain suspended and travel beyond 6 feet. But three days later, that guidance was gone. A note in its place said a draft had been posted in error and that the CDC was still working on the update. For several months now, science has backed up the claim that COVID-19 can and does spread through aerosols.
Once the CDC, the WHO and other governing bodies acknowledge this, how will it effect our industry?
In this webinar, we will cover general questions about aerosols, their ability to transmit COVID-19, and ways to protect building occupants from aerosol transmission. The roles ventilation, filtration, and HVAC systems play in aerosol movement and transmission will also be discussed.
Presenter: Luke Powell, WELL AP, LEED AP, Vice President Air Equipment Company
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Cost: $15
(1) PDH will be available
Registration Link: http://www.louisvilleashrae.com/default.asp?q_areaprimaryid=3&q_areasecondaryid=0&q_areatertiaryid=0&q_eventid=179
Registration Deadline: 10/21 at 9:00 AM
A link to join the webinar will be sent out on the morning of 10/21
Please contact info@louisvilleashrae.com if you have any questions
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Urgent - Louisville ASHRAE Meeting Update!
Please disregard the link provided in our previous email.
The presentation by our current ASHRAE Society President - Charles “Chuck” E. Gulledge can be joined from the link below:
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2928062546205624333
Please contact info@louisvilleashrae.com if you have any questions
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Louisville ASHRAE September Chapter Meeting (Virtual)
Thursday, September 17, 2020
Please join us on Thursday, September 17, 2020 for our second chapter meeting of the 2020-2021 ASHRAE year
This chapter meeting will be held virtually
Topic: Presidential Theme – Industry 4.0
Presenter: Charles “Chuck” E. Gulledge III, P.E., HBDP, LEED AP, 2020-21 ASHRAE President
Charles E. Gulledge III, P.E., HBDP, LEED AP, Fellow ASHRAE, is ASHRAE’s President for the 2020-21 term. Gulledge previously served on the ASHRAE Board of Directors as president-elect, treasurer, vice president and director-at-large. For his time and dedication to ASHRAE and the industry, he is the recipient of numerous awards including the Exceptional Service Award, Distinguished Service Award, Chapter Service Award, Regional Award of Merit, two ASHRAE Technology Awards and the Dan Mills Technology Award. His theme for the 2020-21 ASHRAE Society Year is “ The ASHRAE Digital Lighthouse and Industry 4.0.” “Why should we engage in digital transformation? To gain a competitive advantage amongst our peers, position ourselves as the go-to resource for clients, improve margins, provide greater value, and attract and retain a digitally skilled workforce.”
In addition to his time served on the Board of Directors, Gulledge has served as chair of the Members Council and the President-Elect Advisory Committee, chair of the Finance Committee, chair of the Standards Membership Ad Hoc Committee, chair of the Development Committee for Fundraising, and as an ASHRAE Distinguished Lecturer. He has held ASHRAE Society-level leadership roles on many standing committees, technical committees and presidential ad hoc committees. Gulledge’s theme focuses on reimagining the building industry and ASHRAE’s place in it by integrating not only industry segments, but also technology.
“Digital transformation is not simply associated with adopting new technical solutions. Knowledge needs to be captured and linked in such a way that ALL relevant stakeholders’ benefit. Doing so requires understanding of how to collect, store, and analyze data; so that it is insightful and actionable.” In addition to his contributions to ASHRAE, Gulledge’s career in HVAC spans over 36 years. He entered the industry as an engineer-in-training with Parsons Brinckerhoff Quade & Douglas, working on transit system infrastructure, vehicular tunnels and moveable swing-span bridges. Over his career, he has served the built world in the roles of a consulting engineer, municipal owner and design-build
contractor. Gulledge is currently a Senior Mechanical Engineer with Environmental Air Systems, LLC. He is registered as a professional engineer in the states of North Carolina, Georgia, Kentucky, South Carolina, Alabama and Virginia.
Gulledge’s comprehensive design, construction and operational portfolio covers a variety of market sectors; including transportation, commercial, educational, institutional, lodging, sports, mission critical, life sciences, healthcare, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, industrial, archival, historical, and hospitality.
Gulledge is a 1983 graduate of North Carolina State University with a Bachelor of Science in
Mechanical Engineering.
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST
Cost: $15
(1) PDH will be available
Registration Link: http://www.louisvilleashrae.com/default.asp?q_areaprimaryid=3&q_areasecondaryid=0&q_areatertiaryid=0&q_eventid=177
Registration Deadline: 9/17 at 9:00 AM
A link to join the webinar will be sent out on the morning of 9/17
Please contact info@louisvilleashrae.com if you have any questions
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Thank you to all 26 respondents who completed the Louisville ASHRAE Membership Program Survey. Your input will help us serve you better. We have taken the results from the survey and are building our program around those. Currently, the Louisville Chapter has 197 area assigned members. That means we had less than a 15% completion rate for the survey. To increase this for next year’s survey, we will be increasing our engagement with the membership to provide you with all the benefits that ASHRAE has to offer.
To start the year, we will have Dennis Knight, Former ASHRAE Society VP speaking on COVID-19 and building readiness. This is something you all have asked for and we have secured.
Membership Program Survey Winner: Dennis Barrett
Please contact info@louisvilleashrae.com to claim your $50 Amazon gift card!
Survey Results
Program suggestions submitted:
Energy Presentation Panel. Fort Knox Presenter. President of ASHRAE
'field trips' or 'site visits': Crestwood distillery and KCC were both interesting days
Strategies for protecting building occupants from airborne Covid-19
Pressure Independent Control Valves
Building Automation and the Use of AI
How Covid-19 has (or will) change our industry.
Building Automation
Data center efficiency, HVAC design tools
Controls quality control and commissioning
Hydronic balancing - energy savings
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ASHRAE’s 2020-21 Charles E. Gulledge, P.E., Fellow ASHRAE gives his inaugural presidential address, introducing his theme, “The ASHRAE Digital Lighthouse and Industry 4.0.” The theme focuses on reimagining the building industry by not only integrating industry segments, but technology. He explains how capturing and linking knowledge requires an understanding of how to collect, store, and analyze data so that it is insightful and actionable.
The address can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/Pz4iSCDDiG0
Aired July 2, 2020.
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2020 Bluegrass ASHRAE Chapter - Golf Outing
Friday May 15, 2020
Houston Oaks Golf Course
555 Houston Oaks Dr. | Paris, KY 40361
Save the Date
You are invited to join the Bluegrass ASHRAE Chapter on Friday, May 15 th for their 7th annual golf outing
7:30-8:00 am - Breakfast, registration, networking
8:00 am - Announcements & rules review
8:15 am - Shotgun start
2:00 pm - Awards and door prizes
Cost: $75 for individual
See flyer for additional tournament packages
Please register by May 1, 2020
Contact Cory Sharrard (859.351.1743 / csharrard@grwinc.com) for sponsorship opportunities
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Good Afternoon All
I wanted to send a short note from the BOG in regard to all the events and emails you may have been receiving from the chapter. Our annual fundraiser for Research Promotion (golf outing) was originally scheduled for this coming Monday (April 20), with a three-hour tech session prior. This fundraiser has now been rescheduled for Monday, June 15th. Due to this rescheduling, we want to still have a PDH offering for you Monday, It will start at 11:30am on “HVAC for Indoor Agriculture.” We have dedicated this meeting as a day of giving to support the chapter with a minimum $15.00 donation. This donation can be completed online with our typical meeting registration process. A Skype link will then be sent to you prior to the meeting. There is an option to increase your donation if you would like. If you do increase your donation, our chapter BOG would like to thank you up front, and we want you to know that we appreciate your assistance in reaching our goal. If you have not received the communication yet on Monday's Webinar please be on the look out for it later today. I would also like to inform you of a free webinar on Tuesday of next week about Reducing Infectious Disease Transmission with UVGI that can be found at the following link https://www.ashrae.org/professional-development/all-instructor-led-training/online-instructor-led-training/reducing-infectious-disease-transmission-with-uvgi. If our restrictions for meetings continue through May, we will plan on having that meeting via web conference as well. So please be on the lookout for any updates in regard to the May meeting. If anyone has any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to me or any of the BOG members. We will be more than happy to have any discussion or address an concerns you may have. I hope that you all stay safe and to see you on the Golf course in June.
Regards
Justin Ost
Louisville Chapter President
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Louisville-Bluegrass ASHRAE Government Outreach Day
ASHRAE's 2020 Kentucky Government Outreach Day (GO day) will be held on March 19th beginning at 8:30am in the Capitol Annex building in Frankfort.
The key ingredient to ASHRAE's GO day success is you! Building relationships with state and local policy makers increases the probability of decision makers reaching out to us when they need guidance on issues related to ASHRAE's areas of expertise. Having you there greatly increases ASHRAE's chances of meeting with your representatives to discuss all that ASHRAE has to offer.
If you are able to join us, please fill out the survey at the link below and we will get back in touch with further details.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/358S66Z
Contact Mike Callan (callan.michael@yahoo.com) if you have any questions.
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March 2020 Louisville ASHRAE Meeting - CANCELLED
In the interest of public health and the health of our members, the March 2020 Louisville ASHRAE Chapter meeting has been cancelled due to increasing concerns surrounding COVID-19.
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March 2020 Louisville ASHRAE Meeting - Revised Meeting Date
Friday March 20, 2020
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
at The Blankenbaker
2713 Blankenbaker Rd.
Louisville, KY 40299
Speaker :: Tom Durkin - ASHRAE Distinguished Lecturer
Topic :: Humidity Control With and Without Reheat
Durkin’s approach is that most applications do not need for designers to control humidity, rather just make sure it doesn’t get out of control. Humidity control can be active or passive, but it should never be ignored. This talk will explain low cost but highly effective solutions that work in all climate zones.
Registration Link:
http://www.louisvilleashrae.com/default.asp?q_areaprimaryid=3&q_areasecondaryid=0&q_areatertiaryid=0&q_eventid=165
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Louisville ASHRAE City Barbeque Fundraiser
Wednesday, February 26, 2020
City Barbeque - Off South Hurstbourne Parkway
329 Whittington Pkwy. | Louisville, KY 40222
We get 25% back on all sales when our flyer is presented
Download Flyer Here
Fundraiser is only valid on 2/26 at this locaiton
Contact Kyle Browning at kbrowning@b-g.com or 513-489-5225 with questions
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February 2020 Louisville ASHRAE Meeting
Wednesday February 19, 2020
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
at The Blankenbaker
2713 Blankenbaker Rd.
Louisville, KY 40299
Speaker :: John Busch
Topic :: Steam Ships
Historian and author John Laurence Busch will chronicle the long evolution from natural power to artificial power at sea, breaking down the development from both a “steamboat” and “steamship” perspective. Then he will analyze modern-day efforts to re-introduce various forms of natural power to modern, artificially-powered commercial vessels, and the rationale for doing so.
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Louisville ASHRAE YEA Event
Thursday February 13th, 2020
Bluegrass Karting & Events
2520 Ampere Dr., Louisville, KY 40299
You are invited to join us for the first YEA event of the new year
Drinks and your first two races will be covered, so come ready to meet and mingle with your fellow YEA members!
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Cost: Free!
Contact Sarah Chinberg at SChinberg@kccmfg.com or 502-494-7644 to RSVP
Please RSVP by Wednesday February 6th at 5:00 PM
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*** LOCATION CHANGE ***
Due to the University Club being closed today because of the weather, the April ASHRAE meeting will be held at ECT Services at 11:30 AM today. ECT’s address is 1501 S. Preston St. Louisville, KY 40217. Parking might be tight, so if the parking lot is full, feel free to park on the street near the office. Thanks.
March Chapter Meeting
Wednesday, March 21, 2018
11:30am-1:00pm
ECT Services
1501 S. Preston St. Louisville, KY 40217
Topic: HVLS Fans
Speaker: Steve Walters
Midwest Regional Sales Manager
Hunter Industrial Fan Company
Click Here to Register
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September Chapter Meeting
Wednesday, September 20, 2017
11:30am-1:00pm
at the University Club
First meeting of the 2017-2018 year!
Topic: Grooved Mechanical Joints and Fittings Applications for Systems
Speaker: Tyler Mulkins, Territory Sales Manager – Kentucky & Southern Indiana
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January 2017 Chapter Meeting
*** First Meeting of 2017 ***
Wednesday, January 18, 2017
11:30am-1:00pm
at the University Club
Topic: Louisville’s Sustainability Program; the progress that has been made since its inception in 2012 and what is planned for the future
Speaker: Maria Koetter, Louisville’s Sustainability Director
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There will be no April Chapter Meeting
We hope you can attend the ASHRAE Golf Scramble
Monday April 25th
Details here
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Revised date for February meeting...
2012-2013 Meeting and Event Schedule
September 10th, 2012
Subject :: Laboratory Exhaust Systems
Speaker :: Mark VanderKooy, Greenheck
October 8th, 2012
Subject :: Sustainable Applications that Work
Speaker :: Terry Townsend, ASHRAE Distinguished Lecturer
November 19th, 2012
Subject :: Liquid Desiccant Dehumidification
Speaker :: Aaron Hohenbrink, Advantix
December 10th, 2012
Subject :: Ensuring Savings, Safety and Satisfaction-The Critical Nature of ORs and Surgical Space HVAC Selection
Speaker :: Cheryl Laniewicz, Phoenix Controls
December 13th, 2012
Louisville ASHRAE Christmas Party
Murder Mystery Dinner at the Frazier Museum
January 14th, 2013
Subject :: Natatorium HVAC System Design
Speaker :: Karl Schaphorst, PoolPak
February 20th, 2013
Subject :: Win-Win Negotiating Skills
Speaker :: Barry Benator, ASHRAE Distinguished Lecturer
March 11th, 2013
Subject :: Seismic Codes and Control/Restraint
Speaker :: Jonathan Reinhardt, Mason Industries
April 18th, 2013 (Thursday)
Subject :: Assessing Building Energy Performance: From Principles to Practice
ASHRAE Webcast, hosted by JCI
May ??th, 2013
Golf Scramble
Location and date TBD
August 14th through 17th, 2013
Region VII CRC – Hosted by the Louisville Chapter
Marriott Downtown, Louisville, KY
Click here to see the Louisville ASHRAE Calendar for registration and meeting downloads.
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The ASHRAE Learning Institute is offering the instructor-led short course, Using Standard 90.1 to Meet LEED® Requirements, in conjunction with ASHRAE’s Energy Modeling Conference. Get in-depth training for real-world HVAC&R challenges from ASHRAE on Sunday, September 30, 2012 in Atlanta, GA.
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ASHRAE May Meeting/Social Event
Friday, May 18th
“Tour of the Winchester Farms Dairy Plant”
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Free webcast and lunch from ASHRAE
Today @ 1:00
Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems:
A Path to Balancing Energy and IEQ
Hosted by:
Click here to see event and register.
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The Monday ASHRAE meeting is right around the corner. Click the link below to register on line...
ASHRAE Meeting - Monday, April 9th, 2012
The University Club, Cardinal Drive, Belknap Campus, UofL
11:30-1:00
Topic :: Balancing Energy Savings and Ventilation Requirements
Speaker :: Glenn Esser, Ruskin
$15.00 early registration on-line.
$20.00 at the door.
$ 5.00 for students.
Click here to link to the calendar and register.
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Last month, we ran out of seats! Help us plan ahead to order food and the right size room - register for Monday's ASHRAE meeting today!
Save $5 by registering on the website...
Topic :: Ethical Decision Making
Date :: Monday, February 6th, 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$20.00 for on-line registration.
$25.00 at the door.
Register on-line today...
http://www.louisvilleashrae.com/2012/02/06/february-meeting.htm |
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Registration is still open!
Register and pay on-line right here.
Let us know you're coming, so we can have seats available for everyone. |
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Slightly high river water is not dampening our spirits. The dinner cruise is still on!
There is no dress code, however everyone usually dresses for a cocktail/dinner party. Also, guys, remember to wear your best holiday tie. The winner of the most "festive" tie wins a door prize.
$30.00 per person, payable at the door by cash or personal check.
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Louisville ASHRAE January Chapter Meeting (Virtual)
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Holiday Letter to the Louisville ASHRAE Chapter
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Holiday Letter to the Louisville ASHRAE Chapter
The Louisville ASHRAE Board of Governors would like to wish the Louisville Chapter a safe and happy holiday season!
Please download the holiday letter from our chapter president Nick Pisano from the following link:
Holiday Letter
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