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February 2026 Print

The President's Message

President's Message

 

Brittany Conry

 

Welcome to the 2025-2026 ASHRAE Season!

Brittany is a Project Manager specializing in mechanical, plumbing and fire protection design at Consulting Engineering Services. She is adept at code interpretation, modeling, and commercial mechanical design. Energetic, ambitious, and outgoing, Brittany is committed to sharing her knowledge with the next generation of engineers.  As Student Activities chair from 2021-2023 for ASHRAE and past Student Activities chair for NEHES, Brittany has been the point person in multiple mentoring roles.  In 2022-2023 Brittany helped raise money for the Connecticut Chapter through her sponsorship role and in 2023-2024 organized the programing for the monthly technical meetings with the help of the Connecticut ASHRAE board. Brittany is ready to start her role as Connecticut ASHRAE President for the 2024-2025 season.

A message from the Connecticut ASHRAE President:

I am excited to start my role as the Connecticut ASHRAE President. Over the past few months the Board of Directors has been working hard to plan an exciting and fresh ASHRAE year. I have three goals this year as ASHRAE president. First, I would like to celebrate the wonderful members we have and thank them for their contribution to ASHRAE over the years through member spotlights and a new Connecticut ASHRAE award at the end of the year. Second, working with our reception chair and CTTC we are moving the meetings to different locations across the state to reach more members and encourage new membership. With this our Membership Promotion Chair and YEA chair are working diligently to plan fun networking events to get more folks involved. Lastly, I am looking for help to fill out our chapters empty committee chairs. What makes our chapter great is the involvement of our membership and the more members we have volunteering time with committees, the more we can offer to the membership as a whole. Please reach out to any board member to volunteer. I am looking forward to another great year with everyone in the CT ASHRAE community!

Committee’s looking for help include:

Student Activities Chair

Auditing

Awards Committee

Historian

Student Activities

Nominating

Brittany Conry
CT ASHRAE Chapter President, 2025-2026

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Meet the Team

CT ASHRAE 2025-2026

Officers and Board of Governors

 

Past President:  Eli Writes



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President: Brittany Lydon




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President-Elect:  Brian Messerschmidt
 


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Treasurer: Hank Cullinane


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Vice President: Ryan Martin

Secretary - Emily Thomas

Board of Governor: Timothy A McNeill

Board of Governor: Carl T Pappalardo

Board of Governor: Erik Schubert

Board of Governor: Kevin Bartlett

 

 


 

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Newsletter Sponsors

2025-2026 Digital Sponsorships:

 

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC

Address: Training Center – 150 Cordaville Rd, Southborough, MA 01772

Contact: Jared White, [email protected], 203-623-0952

Website: https://www.mitsubishicomfort.com/

 

Kleeberg Sheet Metal & Mechanical Services

Address: 65 Westover Rd, Ludlow, MA 01056

Contact: Richard Melo, [email protected], 413-589-1854

Website: https://www.kleeberg.com/

 

APA HVAC Technologies CT

Address: 1486 Highland Ave Suite 7A, Cheshire, CT 06410

Contact: Ryan Martin, [email protected], 203-271-3386

Website: https://apav.com/connecticut/

 

If you'd like your personal or business card to appear here, please contact the Sponsorship Committee today! Click Here to see the sponsorship opportunities!

 


 

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Meeting Announcement

Meeting/Event Information

MARCH 2026 CT CHAPTER DINNER MEETING

ASHRAE Distinguished Lecturer!

Back to Physics for the Future of HVAC

This presentation is PDH credit approved!

Meeting Sponsors:

Wine/Beer Raffle Sponsor: Mitsubishi Electric

 

Bar Sponsor: 2 Available - "Buy a Round for everyone!"

Vendor Tables: 3 Available

 

Order of Events:

5:30 PM to 6:30 PM - Registration, Networking & Cocktail Hour

6:45 PM to 7:15 PM - Dinner & Podium Time

7:15 PM to 8:30 PM - Dinner Session

 

Dinner Presentation:

Back to Physics for the Future of HVAC

Dinner Session Duration: 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Dinner Presentation Description: 

This presentation is being presented by a ASHRAE Distinguished Lecturer (DL). An ASHRAE DL is a subject-matter expert selected by ASHRAE to represent the Society through high-quality, globally delivered technical presentation!

This presentation illustrates why “Physics” can greatly assist occupant comfort and higher overall building performance. HVAC’s history includes elements of good and bad examples of utilizing “physics” to assist the principles of comfort. This knowledge coupled with understanding ASHRAE’s functions, and building elements that drive EUI and Carbon Emissions can assist the built environment community to embrace Standard 189.1 (or IGCC).  Learning outcomes for this presentation are listed below and are intended for a mixed audience (members of ASHRAE, AIA, USGBC, BOMA, Commissioning Agents, Contractors, Building Owners, Building Officials, and Government Officials).

 Learning Outcomes:

  • Understanding Commercial Buildings and HVAC's Past
  • ASHRAE Standards 55 & 62.1 minimum requirements verses “Best Practices” (primary functions of ASHRAE).
  • Why building mass, materials and orientation are important (basic first steps to reduce building EUI and Carbon Footprint).
  • Why and how DOAS should be used.
  • Why water is much better for energy transfer versus air.
  • Why HVAC System choice can help or hurt the assistance of Physics.
  • Why using the earth/ground as a Heat Sink/Heat Source is much better than the atmosphere.
  • Lower EUI and Carbon Emission Footprint means embracing Standard 189.1 & IGCC.

Dinner Sessions Speaker: 

Speaker Bio: 

 

Douglas F. Zentz, Emeritus Professor from the HVACR Programs within the College of Engineering Technology at Ferris State University and past HVAC Program Coordinator. Doug received his Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology from Purdue University in 1980 and his Master degree in Career and Technical Education from Ferris State University in 2007. He is a past President of West Michigan ASHRAE, a past RVC of Student Activities for Region V, past Chair for Society Student Activities within ASHRAE, past Regional Members Council Representative for Region V, and past Director and Regional Chair for Region V of ASHRAE.  Doug teaches ASHRAE Level I and Level II Essentials face to face & online for ASHRAE. He was a DL (Distinguished Lecturer) for ASHRAE since 2012 and has presented at over 100 ASHRAE chapter visits around the world. Doug has also received the Distinguished Chapter Service Award and Distinguished Service Award from ASHRAE.

In the field of HVACR, his background includes professional engineering sales for the Trane Company, manager of engineering-design-build for W.J. O’Neil Company in Detroit, vice-president of engineering for EPPA-Strand Custom Air Handling in Detroit, and co-owner of a consulting firm in the Metro Detroit area. This experience started in 1980 and continued until his transformation into teaching at Ferris State University in 2003.

In the area of teaching, he has taught junior and senior level HVAC Design (primary and secondary systems), Primary Equipment Selection, Commercial Building Heat Gain/ Heat and the senior Capstone Experience. His teaching experience includes development of new curriculum (both in the traditional classroom and fully on-line) and teaching fully on-line courses for 20 years. He has mentored nine (9) different student groups which have received either a First, Second, or Third place recognition from ASHRAE in the Student Design Competition. He served on many educational committees and was a member of Fluke Instrument’s Advisory Board on IAQ.

In the area of professional speaking, he has been the speaker at well over 100 events since 2005. Organizations which have invited him to speak include: 1) Mechanical Contractors of America, 2) Air Conditioning Contractors of America, 3) ASHRAE 4) ARI (teachers workshop), 5) Lily West Conference (educational workshop), 6) USGBC (West Michigan), 7) Ferris State University (Energy Conferences), 8) Efficiency United (educational arm of 16 Michigan Utilities), 9) AIA (American Institute of Architects) West Michigan, 10) RSES (Refrigeration Service Engineering Society), 11) the UA (United Association of Pipe Fitters), and the Rotary Club of America.

 

Dinner Menu:

 TBD

 To avoid a $10 late fee, please register by 3/9/25.

 

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Tickets

$10.00 Student Ticket
$15.00 after 12:00 am March 10

$10.00 Student Nonmember Ticket
$15.00 after 12:00 am March 10

$60.00 CT ASHRAE Member Ticket
$70.00 after 12:00 am March 10

$70.00 Non-Member Ticket
$80.00 after 12:00 am March 10

$500.00 2025-2026 Meeting Bar Sponsorship

$100.00 2025-2026 Meeting Vendor Display Table

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Calendar of Events

Mark your calendar for the 2025 year! 

DATE TOPIC(S)
March 12th, 2026

Dinner Meeting

ASHRAE Distinguished Lecturer!

Back to Physics for the Future of HVAC

March 27th, 2026 Research Promotion Fund Raiser at Dadanco
April 26th, 2026

Dinner Meeting

 Applying ASHRAE 170 in Modern Healthcare Facilities

Student Activities Night: Connect with CCSU engineering students and faculty during an informal evening of networking, conversation, and professional engagement hosted by ASHRAE.

May 14th, 2026

Dinner Meeting

Past Presidents' Night: Complimentary Admission for Past Presidents of the CT Chapter

May 15th, 2026 CT ASHRAE 2026 GOLF OUTING

 

 

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Member Spotlight

Introducing our first member spotlight of 2026: Joseph L. Furman

Joe’s journey with ASHRAE began simply by attending chapter meetings to learn more about the HVAC industry. His deeper involvement started when he was asked to take on a leadership role—an invitation that sparked over two decades of dedicated service.

Joe was elected Secretary of the Connecticut Chapter in 1998, progressing through the chairs to become Chapter President in 2002. Joe continued to take on greater responsibility at the regional and national levels of ASHRAE, eventually serving as Director of Region I and a member of the Society Board of Directors from 2012 to 2015. In 2024 he was appointed Handbook Volume Chair, and Society Handbook Chair and he recently completed a term as the Chair of the 7.01 Technical Committee.

Joe completed his HVAC training at Wilcox Tech, after which he spent two formative years working in the field getting hands on experience. While working, he went on to earn a degree in Mechanical Engineering which launched his long and successful career. Joe has held roles in controls engineering, design-build contracting, manufacturing engineering, corporate commercial service, and sales engineering at companies such as Johnson Controls , Belimo, Automated Logic Corporation, Carrier HVAC and W.W. Rothmann Company. Each position has allowed Joe to draw on the knowledge and experience from the last, building a truly well-rounded and well-respected career.

While building his career, Joe and his wife Mary built a family, raising three daughters, who joined them at many CRCs and ASHRAE annual meetings over the years—turning professional events into family memories. At home he enjoys tending to his backyard garden where he especially likes to grow garlic and hot peppers. He also serves as the President of the New Haven Society of Model Engineers, where he is excited to continue exploring his lifelong interest in model railroading.

Please say hello to Joe at our next event, he has been a great asset to our chapter as well as ASHRAE as a whole.

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Research Promotion

Research Promotion

research promotion

Thank you to our 2024-25 Platinum and Gold Level Research Promotion Donors: 

Platinum Level (Min. $2,000)

EMCOR Services New England Mechanical

 

Gold Level (Min. $1,000)
Automated Building Systems, Inc.

Harry Grodsky & Company Incorporated

EDOS Manufacturers Reps

Belimo

Emerson Swan

Want to donate? Please visit our Research Promotion page! https://ctashrae.org/Research_Promotion



The RP Campaign is an annual fundraising campaign benefitting the funding of numerous ASHRAE programs:

  • ASHRAE Research
  • Scholarships for Undergraduate Students
  • ASHRAE Learning Institute (ALI) Development of Course & Materials
  • Graduate Research Projects
  • Young Engineers in ASHRAE (YEA) Leadership Training

 

Please vist https://www.ashrae.org/technical-resources/research/ashrae-rp for more information on Research Promotion. 

Donation Levels

Platium Level Donor: Min. $2,000 Donation
  • Recognition at all Chapter meetings
  • Organization name on www.ctashrae.org home page
  • Organization name on www.ctashrae.org Research Promotion page
  • Recognition in monthly newsletter
Gold Level Donor: Min. $1,000 Donation
  • Recognition at all Chapter meetings
  • Organization name on www.ctashrae.org home page
  • Organization name on www.ctashrae.org Research Promotion page
  • Recognition in monthly newsletter
Silver Level Donor: Min. $500 Donation
  • Organization name on www.ctashrae.org Research Promotion page
  • Recognition in monthly newsletter
Of course any level of a donation is appreciated.  Individuals can donate too!  Donations from organizations less than $500 and from individuals will be noted on the Research Promotion page.  

 

How to Donate:
Click the "Make a Donation" button below! Please include your ASHRAE ID# and list "Connecticut " as your chapter. Please consider donating to the "Endowed Research via ASHRAE Foundation" for our Chapter's endowed fund. 
You can do this by checking the box "Endowed Research Fund" and selecting "Connecticut Chapter Research Fund" from the dropdown list.

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ASHRAE Research

ASHRAE RP

ASHRAE Research Promotion contributions made through the ASHRAE HQ website are fast, secure, and easy. CLICK below to donate


 

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Membership News

Membership News 

We would like to give a big shout out to all of our new members that have recently joined CT AHSREA!

Isabela Glynn
Ron Hayes
Megan Corrigan
Joseph Myers
Christopher St. Onge
Chandler Boucher
ERYN KIM
Derek Zielinski
Michael Berg
Stephen Costes
Thomas Sparks
Andrew Rowland
Joseph Williams
Vishal Patwari

 Membership Special Events!

Membership Referral Program

The membership referral program is still around! If you refer a member and they pay the CT chapter dues, both you and the new member will be given a $20 Visa gift card.

 

Click Here to learn more about the benefits of ASHRAE Membership!

 


 

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Refrigeration

Refrigeration News

Sean McKenna, Refrigeration Chair

As many in the industry are aware, the American Innovation and Manufacturing (AIM) Act enacted in late 2020 aims at phasing out refrigerants with high global warming potential (GWP). One of the most common high GWP refrigerants being affected by this act is R-410A, which is an ASHRAE Standard 34 nonflammable A1 blend. In order to achieve a lower GWP while maintaining similar capacity compared to R-410A, manufacturers have mainly been using R-454B and R-32. Both alternative refrigerants are classified as A2L refrigerants per ASHRAE Standard 34, which means that these refrigerants are considered “lower flammability” instead of the previous “No Flame Propagation” classification for the R-410A refrigerant. This change in flammability classification adds a new concentration limit to be aware of. Previously R-410A only had a Refrigerant Concentration Limit (RCL) to consider, but with the increased flammability of the alternative refrigerants there is also a Lower Flammability Limit (LFL) in addition to the RCL. The RCL is defined in ASHRAE 34 as “The refrigerant concentration limit, in air, determined in accordance with this standard and intended to reduce the risks of acute toxicity, asphyxiation, and flammability hazards in normally occupied, enclosed spaces.” The LFL is defined in ASHRAE 34 as “The minimum concentration of a substance, a refrigerant in this standard, that is capable of propagating a flame through a homogeneous mixture of the substance and air under specified test conditions.”

R-410A has a GWP of 2,088 per the EPA, while R-454B has a GWP of 465 and R-32 has a GWP of 675. These alternatives have comparable efficiencies and capacities when compared to R-410A, while the GWP is considerably lower (78% lower for R-454B and 68% lower for R-32). The RCL for R-410A is 26 lb/ft3, while R-454B has an RCL of 4.6 lb/ft3 and R-32 has an RCL of 4.8 lb/ft3. This means that the allowable concentration limits for these alternatives is considerably lower than the previous R-410A, so this will be a factor to be aware of when specifying these systems. With the A2L classification of these systems, the “lower flammability” also introduces an additional concentration limit to be aware of. Since R-410A was an A1 refrigerant, there was no requirement for LFL with these systems. With the alternative A2L refrigerants, there is an LFL limit along with the RCL. This LFL is less stringent than the RCL, but this limit is important to be aware of as it might require additional measures for safety. The LFL for R-454B is 18.5 lb/ft3 and the LFL for R-32 is 19.1 lb/ft3. It is also important to emphasize that A2Ls are for use in new equipment only. Plainly stated, you cannot put a mildly flammable A2L in a system designed for a nonflammable A1.

We are looking to increase the exposure that refrigeration gets at the CT level, and are looking for help.  If you know of any contacts that could help us find possible presenters for refrigeration themed monthly meetings or tours, or if you have any other suggestions for the refrigeration committee, let us know by e-mail: [email protected]

 


 

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Young Engineers in ASHRAE

YEA


Event Schedule

Please keep an eye out for email communications and postings in our CT ASHRAE newsletters for more information regarding CT ASHRAE YEA EVENTS in the near future! If you have any ideas for an engaging YEA event, never hesitate to send recommendations to Josh Salem at [email protected]


 

Sponsorship OportunitIES

CT ASHRAE is capable of sponsoring YEA members' associated fees for attending ASHRAE National Conferences. Please reach out to Josh Salem at [email protected] with any questions regarding this.

The future of our industry relies on young engineers to drive innovation and improve efficiency. WE are the engineers that are going to usher the industry into a new era of sustainability. 



 

education OportunitIES

CT ASHRAE is capable of supplying members with books necessary to prepare for their FE exams. Please reach out to Josh Salem at [email protected] with any questions regarding this.


 

CONNECTION NEWSLETTER

The YEA Connection newsletter is a member benefit received by all YEA members. If you are not receiving the newsletter, please make sure [email protected] is added to your safe list.

Sign Up for the YEA Newsletter: https://ashrae.realmagnet.land/yea-newsletter-signup

 


 

Interested in being on the YEA committee? Contact Josh Salem at [email protected]

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National YEA Page - Click Here!

 

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Student Activities

Student Activities

Welcome Student Members!

The student activities committee aims to provide opportunities for students through scholarships, leadership programs, design competitions, and networking events. Be sure to follow our LinkedIn page below to stay updated on upcoming events and announcements. All members are welcome to join the ASHRAE CT Chapter meeting on the 2nd Thursday of every month.

CT Chapter LinkedIn

You can also join ASHRAE's Instagram and Facebook page below to connect with students from other branches!

ASHRAE Instagram

ASHRAE Facebook


CT CHAPTER Scholarship

The CT ASHRAE scholarship recipients for 2025 have already been selected. Check back at the start of next year to apply for the 2026 scholarship! 

Congratulations to the 2025 CT ASHRAE Scholarship Winners!

Victoria Mulligan
Ryan Cappella
John Sabovik
Margaret Lagana


ASHRAE Scholarships

The ASHRAE Scholarship Program is designed to encourage and assist in the education of men and women pursuing a career in the field of heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC&R) through its granting of scholarships. The program also serves the public interest by aiding in the education of men and women to become qualified to practice within the HVAC&R field. College Students and High School Seniors enrolled in a college, university, or technical institute pursuing a degree relating to the HVAC&R profession in Fall 2025 are eligible to apply next spring.

ASHRAE Society Scholarships

Deadlines: Dec 1 & May 1


Conferences

Winter Conference 2025: Orlando FL, February 8th – 25th

Annual Conference 2025: Phoenix, AZ, June 21st – 25th

CT ASHRAE provides a student member the opportunity to attend the Winter Conference each year. The student program is a great place to network with other students across the country, get involved in ASHRAE, and further HVAC knowledge. Student travel grants to cover the cost of attending can be found on ASHRAE's Scholarships and Grants Page.


ASHRAE INTERNSHIP WEBPAGE

Visit the Job Board to post your resume and search for internships and job postings. For example, I tried searching for All (Job Type) Internship (Job Function) in Massachusetts and found postings for a Mechanical Engineer at a Boston Area Consulting Firm, an Electrical Engineering Intern at an Automation Solutions Provider, and so on.

The monthly chapter meetings are also a great opportunity to land an undergraduate internship or career upon graduation. The dinner meetings give you a chance to  attend a technical session that introduces you to the many facets of HVAC&R professions, as well as network with local professionals. Remember - It's all about who you know and who knows you.

If you post your resume to the Internship Webpage, or are placed in an internship program by a member of our CT Chapter please let us know at [email protected].


Competitions

Competitions are a great way for students to get involved and start applying problem solving skills learned in school to real life applications. Several competitions offer cash prizes as well as sponsorship to attend the ASHRAE Winter Conference. CT ASHRAE is here to support and mentor any student interested in competing. Full list of competitions.

2025 Design Competition

Entry Deadline: May 4, 2025

2025 Setty Family Foundation Applied Engineering Challenge

Entry Deadline: May 4, 2025


The Smart Start Program

Simply put, it's the best way for ASHRAE student members to receive the many benefits of Associate grade membership after finishing college. SmartStart is a 3-year program that allows Student members to transfer to Associate grade membership at a rate that is recent-graduate friendly. The cost of an Associate Level Membership is $285 annually. With the SmartStart program you pay less than the cost of a yearly membership for 3 years of membership.

First Year: $30

Second Year: $105

Third Year: $145

3-Year Membership Total: $280

*Please note that the SmartStart program is only for current ASHRAE Student members who have been a Student member for at least one year and does not account for Annual Local Chapter Dues.

Sign up for the SmartStart Program


Contact [email protected] for more information.

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Society News

Society News

CT ASHRAE would like to share the following news from Society




No Membership Dues Increase for the 2025-26 Society Year

The ASHRAE Board voted to keep the dues rate flat for the upcoming Society Year to balance increased costs in other areas of our members’ lives. Please spread the word to your members and remind them to select an annual benefit while renewing their membership.






2025–2028 Strategic Plan Preview

A preview of the 2025–2028 Strategic Plan is available for committees, councils and chapters to reference while planning for the upcoming 2025–2026 Society year. The formal implementation of the 2025–2028 Strategic Plan will occur in July 2025. See the plan.

 




Application Guide for Large Thermal Energy Storage


Thermal energy storage (TES) allows the use of intermittently generated energy (energy available only during certain periods, such as that from wind or solar), or energy waste streams from industrial processes, and can be designed to charge, store, and discharge energy daily, weekly, or seasonally.

 

Application Guide for Large Thermal Energy Storage examines the analysis of large thermal energy storage conducted by an international team led by the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center, Construction Engineering Research Laboratory (ERDC-CERL), and sponsored by the office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Energy and Sustainability.

 

The analysis of 10 cold/moderate climate zones and 8 hot climate zones was conducted to determine under which circumstances large-scale TES improves energy supply systems’ resilience, reduces CO2 emissions, and is cost-effective in different climates, energy prices, and economic incentives.

CLICK TO LEARN MORE

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Technology Transfer

ASHRAE certification programs were founded to meet industry need and today provide value to 1,000s of built-environment professionals, employers and building owners.

For the past 100+ years ASHRAE has worked hard to earn and maintain a worldwide reputation for being the leader in HVAC&R design. ASHRAE certification programs serve to reinforce that reputation.

Interested in an ASHRAE Certification? Click here for more information

 

ASHRAE’s mission is to serve humanity by advancing the arts and sciences of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration and their allied fields. ASHRAE’s vision is a healthy and sustainable built environment for all.

If you are seeking a job in the engineering field or searching for the most qualified engineers, the ASHRAE job board offers the most qualified opportunities and candidates. Engineers can set up a personal account for job searches, manage resumes and create alerts for new job postings. Employers can set up a corporate account to post new jobs, review resumes and manage recruiting.

ASHRAE Jobs

Improve your resume with a free review!

 

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Grassroots

DOE Issues Model Energy Code Determinations for Residential and Commercial Buildings

 

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued its final determination that the updated model building energy codes, the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) and ANSI/ASHRAE/IES Standard 90.1-2019, will increase energy efficiency in residential and commercial buildings. DOE analysis estimates the following national average savings for buildings meeting the updated code (as compared to the previous respective editions).

 

Each State has until July 28, 2023 to certify their state building codes meet the updated editions of the IECC and Standard 90.1. Supporting technical analysis, as well as links to the Federal docket and public comments received, are available here

 

Connecticut is in the process of adopting the 2021 IECC. Expectations are that it will be approved by October with an implementation date of Jan 1, 2022

 

DOE Intends to Issue a Funding Opportunity that Accelerates the Renovation of Buildings with Energy-Efficient Innovations

 

The U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) have announced they intend to issue a Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) called "Advanced Building Construction (ABC) – 2021." ABC – 2021 will fund research intended to accelerate the renovation and construction of affordable, appealing, and energy-efficient buildings, contributing to a carbon-neutral building economy in America by 2050. Read more about this Notice of Intent here.

 

DOE Releases Spawn of EnergyPlus Building Energy and Controls Modeling Software


The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has released the Spawn of EnergyPlus software which performs whole-building energy simulations and reuses the weather, envelope, lighting, and loads models from EnergyPlus and packages them as a single model. This initial version of Spawn was developed by DOE’s Building Technologies Office, the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, in collaboration with Modelon and Objexx Engineering. It uses Modelica to model HVAC and introduces capabilities that are not found in traditional energy simulation engines such as EnergyPlus. For more information, click here

 

DOE Updates State and Local Fact Sheets on ASHRAE 90.1 and IECC

 

The U.S. Department of Energy has assessed recent editions of ASHRAE 90.1 and the IECC to quantify the associated energy & cost savings. These analyses take into account varying state-level conditions, such as incremental costs, utility rates, climatic conditions and construction trends. The fact sheets for each U.S. state, as well as certain major metropolitan areas, show the specific energy and cost savings associated with adopting the 2021 IECC and ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2019. The fact sheets provide an overview of the expected savings to homeowners and building owners. Links to these fact sheets can be found on the DOE website here

 

 

                                           

For additional information on government affairs issues, please contact [email protected]

   

 

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Become a Sponsor

2024-2025 Sponsorship OPPORTUNITies

Thank you for visiting the CT ASHRAE Sponsorship page.

By becoming a 2024-2025 sponsor, your firm will be exposed to decision-makers from major engineering, design, construction and contracting firms at programs and social events throughout the year. Our membership includes 450+ members made up of owners, principals, senior associates, business developers and more!

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor CLICK THE LINK BELOW to access our sponsorship catalog(s).

Sponsorship Catalog

Contact Brian Messerschmidt with the sponsorship committee with any questions, concerns or to discuss a customized opportunity.


 

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Classifieds

Are you interested in posting a classified ad on the CT ASHRAE website and through our monthly newsletter? Please click HERE to fill out the submission form. We will contact you upon receipt of the form to implement the ad. The cost is $100 per month.

Please email us at [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

CLASSIFIEDS

SUBMIT AN AD

 

 Job Posting:

  • Eversource;  Supervisor, Energy Efficiency Implementation (Hybrid)

Please reach out to Siobhan Hickey ([email protected])

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ASHRAE Social Media

Follow ASHRAE on Social Media 

Check out the NEW CT ASHRAE page on Linkedin! 

LinkedIn: CT ASHRAE

Want to stay up-to-date with all the latest and greatest news to hit the HVAC&R industry? Start following ASHRAE National on one of their many social media channels!

Linkedin: ASHRAE

Facebook: ASHRAE

Twitter: @ASHRAENews

YouTube: ASHRAEvideo

 


 

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