On March 3rd, the DEI Committee traded specifications and spreadsheets for paint brushes and panel discussions at BNBuilders for Women in Construction: Blueprints and Brushstrokes, an evening designed to be equal parts conversation, creativity, and connection. In celebration of WIC Week, the event brought together professionals from across the AEC industry for a casual, low-stakes…
Young Engineers in ASHRAE (YEA) is a group dedicated to creating opportunities for early-career professionals to grow, connect, and get involved in the industry beyond their day-to-day roles. Our work centers around three key pillars: professional development, technical engagement, and networking and mentorship. On the professional development side, we sponsor members to attend YEA Leadership…
The ASHRAE Puget Sound Lunar New Year Celebration was a success! On Wednesday February 11th, our community gathered at Jade Garden Restaurant in the international district to celebrate 2026, the Year of the Horse. Activities included decorating fans and taking photos with our Lunar New Year photo backdropA wide variety of dim sum dishes and…
Chapter Technology Awards Application Period is Now Open The ASHRAE Technology Awards recognize outstanding achievements by members who have successfully applied innovative building design in the areas of occupant comfort, indoor air quality, and energy conservation. Their designs incorporate ASHRAE standards for effective energy management and IAQ. Performance is proven through one year’s actual, verifiable…
Our January Chapter Meeting brought the energy, the insight, and just a touch of spectacle with a 3-Way Debate centered on ASHRAE’s society theme for the year: the tradeoffs between Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) and Decarbonization goals. Rather than a traditional panel, this month’s meeting took on a bold new format: ASHRAE Fight Night! Where…
Things got hot in the studio, in the best way! Our YEA members gathered for a hands-on glassblowing class that was equal parts creativity, fun, and networking. Participants had the chance to work with molten glass and create their own unique piece, choosing between a bowl, sea float, or ornament to take home. A huge…
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Casino Night! We’re so glad you could be part of an evening filled with great company, lively games, and plenty of fun. The energy in the room truly made it a memorable event, and we hope you enjoyed it as much as we did. We look forward…
The ASHRAE Puget Sound Student Activities Committee recently took a classroom visit to Middle College HS on the Seattle Central College campus. Volunteers from our committee led students through a lesson plan educating freshman and sophomore students on the responsibilities of mechanical engineers in the construction industry. Students had the chance to practice communication and…
Calling all mentors!! The 2025-2026 ACE Mentoring program is about ready to kick off at the beginning of next month. The ACE Mentoring program in Seattle has been mentoring high school students since 2001, with the goal of having students learn about architecture, engineering, and construction while progressing through a project design, ultimately presenting their…