2026 ASHRAE Building Decarbonization Conference
2026 Theme: Decarbonization That Delivers: From Policy to Projects to Performance The 2026 ASHRAE Building Decarbonization Conference is where vision meets execution. Designed as a dynamic exchange of ideas, insights, and real-world solutions, this premier event brings together leaders across the built environment to tackle the most pressing challenges in energy efficiency, occupant health and…
Region X & Region XI Joint CRC 2026 in Hawaii Recap
Aloha from Hawaii everyone! In Mid-August, ASHRAE Puget Sound Chapter, had a great time in the sun of Waikiki and are proud to come home with several awards for our hard work throughout the year! Special thank you to ASHRAE Hawaii Chapter and ASHRAE Region X for hosting all of us from Region XI. We…
August 2026 Newsletter
In this issue:President’s MessageDecarbonization ConferenceForging Event President’s MessageHello Puget Sound ASHRAE Members,As we move through the heart of summer, chapter activities naturally slow down a bit. While it may seem like a quiet season from the outside, it’s actually one of our most important times of the year. Behind the scenes, volunteers and committee…
ASPE WOA / ASHRAE YEA: Forging Event
In July 16th’s ASPE Seattle WOA x ASHRAE YEA forging event, creativity and craftsmanship combined forces in a blacksmithing endeavor! Attendees created custom designs on space needle bottle openers with the help of the incredible instructors at Lawless Forge. Thanks to Viega LLC for sponsoring this event! Click here to see more photos!
July 2026 Newsletter
July 2026 NewsletterIn this issue: – President’s Message– 2026 ASHRAE Puget Sound Volunteers Retreat– ASPE WOA x ASHRAE YEA: Forging Event President’s Message Hello Puget Sound ASHRAE Members, Welcome to a new ASHRAE year! I’m excited (and a little humbled) to be writing my first newsletter as Chapter President. Our chapter has a long history…
Call for Volunteers – Get Involved with Puget Sound ASHRAE
Puget Sound ASHRAE is powered by the dedication, talent, and passion of our members—and we’re always looking for volunteers who want to make a meaningful impact in our local HVAC&R community. Whether you’re an experienced professional, an emerging engineer, or a student, volunteering with Puget Sound ASHRAE is a rewarding way to grow your network,…
Student Activities Committee Highlight
Lucy Engineering Books ASHRAE has developed a series of Lucy’s Engineering Adventures books for early education learning. Around eighty (80) copies of Lucy’s Engineering Adventure and Lucy Goes Green have been ordered for the Seattle Public Libraries, the Northwest African American Museum, and (9) schools across Kent, Federal Way, Shoreline, and Everett school districts. Our…
Vote for the 2026-2027 Puget Sound Board of Governors!
Our local chapter is gearing up for the year ahead, and member participation is essential. While the majority of next year’s Board of Governors slate has been reviewed and approved by the Nominating Committee, there are two open board positions that require a vote of the membership. We encourage all members to take a few…
Refrigeration Committee Highlight
Meet the Puget Sound Refrigeration Committee!!! Chairs Alex and Brandon are engineers for a refrigeration contractor and have a lot of experience with grocery store systems, cold storage and keeping things cool. They both are passionate about educating their fellow engineers on refrigeration systems and the cold chain. The Refrigeration Technology Committee for Comfort,…
Refr. & YEA Happy Hour & Curling Event Recap
Stone cold strategies & hot competition were what we experienced last Thursday at the Kraken Community Iceplex. The Refrigeration and YEA Committees teamed up to host an event where participants gathered for drinks and some delicious bites while meeting their future teammates or sizing up their competition. Little did we know, those casual introductions would…
2025-2026 DEI Committee Highlight
ASHRAE Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is a committee dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment for all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, physical appearance, thought styles, religion, nationality, socioeconomic status, belief systems, sexual orientation, or education. Through our events, we celebrate the diversity of our members by highlighting different cultures in…
Women in Construction: Blueprints & Brushstrokes Event Recap & Photos
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…