Events

Topic: The ASHRAE Building Decarbonization Strategy Game Test your knowledge of building decarbonization strategy through participation in this interactive program. The audience competes to see who can match common building decarbonization planning practices and improvement measures with the appropriate definitions and rank them in order of highest relative importance. The building decarbonization measures and practices… Read More »September 2023 Chapter Meeting: The ASHRAE Building Decarbonization Strategy Game

Topic: ASHRAE Standard 62.1 - Where have we been, where are we now and where are we going? Explanation of the evolution of Standard 62.1 including the newest modifications to ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2022. SSPC 62.1 had made major modifications to the standard over the last couple revision cycles. These include a new Natural Ventilation Rate… Read More »October 2023 Chapter Meeting: ASHRAE Standard 62.1 – Where have we been, where are we now and where are we going?

Topic: Building Code Mechanical Plan Review Process This presentation will be a brief overview of items that are highlighted from the 2009 and 2012 IECC during Mechanical Plan Review.  We will also discuss the most problematic issues seen on a regular basis during plan review or inspections as it relates to the energy codes.  … Read More »November 2023 Chapter Meeting: Building Code Mechanical Plan Review Process

Bluegrass ASHRAE Technical Tour 2023 Baptist Health Hamburg 2000 Polo Club Blvd, Lexington, KY 40509 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Those who were able to join our annual tech tour last year will remember visiting the central utility plant for the Baptist Health Hospital in Hamburg. This year we are very excited to have the opportunity to tour the… Read More »December Tech Tour and Holiday Party 2023

What better way to kick off the new year with ASHRAE than with a YEA event?! Please join the Bluegrass YEA members for a tour and tasting of Kentucky's Buffalo Trace Distillery! The experience will include a 45 minute tour, 15 minute tasting and wrap up with time to visit the Gift Shop. There are… Read More »January 2024 Bluegrass ASHRAE YEA Event

Topic: Four Advanced Air-Circulating Fan Topics This fast-moving and multi-focused presentation examines four different subtopics that highlight how mechanical design and system operation can be improved by integrating air-circulating fans to enhance system performance and boost the occupant experience. The aim is to provide updates and information on recent research findings that can influence novel… Read More »February 2024 Chapter Meeting: Four Advanced Air Circulating Fan Topics

Topic: Decarbonization of HVAC Systems Learn how decarbonization will impact applied HVAC systems by considering the regulatory and social drives, and how electrified solutions may shape the designs of future HVAC systems. We will also explore why low temperature applications are challenging for heat pumps and what technologies and system design choices can help improve… Read More »March 2024 Chapter Meeting: Decarbonization of HVAC Systems

Join us on Friday, April 19th for our Sustainability Seminar! Like last year, the seminar will be immediately followed by a tailgate at Keeneland hosted by and YEA   Presentation and Speaker Details Terry E. Townsend, P.E. - ASHRAE Distinguished Lecturer Sustainable Applications That Work: Many buildings that are claimed to be sustainable actually use… Read More »Sustainability and Decarbonization Seminar & Keeneland Tailgate