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46. Practical Applications of AI In HVAC Design With Jake Potoczak

2026/09/25

Join Rebecca Norris and Jacob Potoczak as they discuss current applications of AI in HVAC design and why load calculations may be a good place to expand its use.

45. Unlocking Efficiency in Vapor Compression Cooling With Yash Shukla

2026/08/24

Join ASHRAE Journal Technical Editor Rebecca Norris and Yash Shukla to break down why dehumidification is essential to optimizing thermal comfort in residential AC systems.

44. Data Centers And The Water-Energy Nexus With Raven Jones

2026/07/27

Join Rebecca Norris and Raven Jones as they discuss water use in data centers, accountability and why a framework for data center water stewardship is essential.

43. Smoking Revisited With Max Sherman

2026/06/24

Join Rebecca Norris and Max Sherman as they discuss the history of environmental tobacco smoke on IAQ and health—and what ASHRAE is doing next.

42. Clearing The Air On Thermal Comfort Myths With Robert Bean & Asit Kumar Mishra

2026/05/21

Join host Rebecca Norris along with guests Asit Kumar Mishra and Robert Bean as they explore why there are more myths associated with thermal comfort than other areas of HVAC&R.

41. Heat Pump Questions Answered With Paul Raymer

2026/04/23

Join Rebecca Norris and Paul Raymer as they discuss practical tips for contractors and consumers alike to make informed decisions about residential heat pump systems.

40. The Energy-Intensive Mechanics of Indoor Cannabis Growth With William Stober

2026/03/20

Join Rebecca Norris and William Stober as they explore the unique challenges of controlled environment horticulture and why growing cannabis is particularly energy-intensive.

39. Hot Gas Havoc With Matt Price

2026/02/23

Join guest host Allison Hambrick and Matt Price as they discuss the key differences between hot gas bypass and hot gas reheat in HVAC systems and why they should not be confused.

38. Evaluating HVAC Air Filter Performance With David Schurk

2026/01/21

Join Rebecca Norris and David Schurk as they discuss the importance of effective and efficient filtration in a building HVAC system.

37. Celebrating 100 Years of the Domestic Refrigerator with Andy Pearson

2025/12/19

Join ASHRAE Journal technical editor Rebecca Norris and Andy Pearson as they discuss the centenary of domestic refrigeration, exploring its historical challenges and innovations that continue to impact modern technology.

36. Pipe Insulation 101 With Darrell Peil

2025/12/17

Join ASHRAE Journal Technical Editor Rebecca Norris and Darrell Peil, who discuss the often-overlooked benefits of pipe insulation and its impact on energy savings.

35. Server Cold Plate Design With Austin Shelnutt

2025/10/23

Join ASHRAE Journal Technical Editor Rebecca Norris and Austin Shelnutt as they discuss liquid cooling solutions for data centers, focusing on cold plate design and energy efficiency.

34. Energy Savings Impacts of Duct Sealing With Mahmood Farzaneh Gord

2025/09/24

Join Rebecca Norris and Mahmood Farzaneh Gord as they explore the benefits of duct sealing, highlighting how it can lead to energy savings in commercial buildings.

33. Why You Should Install a Heat Pump When Replacing Your Residential HVAC With Alexander Butkus

2025/08/22

Join Journal Technical Editor Rebecca Matyasovski and Alexander Butkus as they discuss the advantages of heat pumps over natural gas furnaces, highlighting energy savings and cost benefits.

32. Reducing Heat to Improve HVAC&D System Sustainability With David Schurk

2025/07/23

Join ASHRAE Journal technical editor Rebecca Matyasovski and guest David Schurk as they delve into the complexities of managing temperature and humidity in hospitals, exploring the benefits of reducing reheat to improve HVAC&D system sustainability.