ASHRAE Oregon Chapter

August Chapter Meeting - PE Licensure in Oregon: Gain and Sustain your Oregon PE
2025-08-28 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Baerlic’s Super Sceret Beer Club Event Space, 2235 SE 11th Ave, Portland, OR, 97214, United States
PE Licensure in Oregon: Gain and Sustain your Oregon PE
Join the ASHRAE Oregon Chapter for an informative in-person dinner meeting where we’ll explore the path to becoming—and staying—licensed as a Professional Engineer in the state of Oregon. Whether you’re early in your career or a seasoned engineer, this session will offer valuable guidance and updates straight from OSBEELS.
Presented by:
Ashlee Graybeal
Communications Coordinator, Oregon State Board of Examiners for Engineering & Land Surveying (OSBEELS)

September Technical Chapter Meeting - The (un)Ethical Engineer: A study of Principle & Practice
2025-09-18 16:30 - 20:30 | Stormbreaker Brewing, 832 N Beech St, Portland, 97227, United States
The integrity of the HVAC industry is dependent on sound technical design, reliable products, skilled construction practice and consistent maintenance and operation. But another critical element that is sometimes overlooked is professional ethics. As members within the HVAC industry engineers, contractors, architects, manufacturers, vendors and building owners are expected to exhibit the highest standard of honesty and integrity to safeguard the confidence that the public has in us. In this very competitive climate, however, it is sometimes tempting to “bend the rules” to some degree in order to gain an advantage over competition or to simply get the job done on time. But how much is too much? Is there a clearly defined line between ethical practice and “just the way things are done?”
“The (un)Ethical Engineer” is an interactive, multimedia, dramatic presentation that explores these issues through the eyes of a well-intentioned engineer.

ASHRAE Oregon Chapter Meeting
2025-09-23 08:00 - 17:00 | OR
Sustainability Week Topic.

Sustainable Buildings Week - October Technical Meeting - Whole Life Carbon: Integrating Operational, Fugitive, and Embodied Emissions
2025-10-08 16:30 - 20:00 | Stormbreaker Brewing, 832 N Beech St, Portland, 97227, United States
Presentation Description:
This session explores whole life carbon through a systems-thinking lens, moving from ecosystem-level to building lifecycle phases. Attendees will learn about gaps in current lifecycle assessment (LCA) frameworks and the challenges of capturing full carbon impacts, particularly for MEP systems. The session highlights key emission categories and strategies to integrate operational, refrigerant, and embodied emissions into a comprehensive whole life carbon approach.
Presenter Bio:
Rachel is a mechanical engineer at PAE with over a decade of experience in the design and analysis of high-performance buildings and a leading voice on MEP embodied carbon and emissions. She is passionate about advancing strategies that address the often-overlooked climate impacts of building systems, from embodied carbon in materials to refrigerant leakage in HVAC. Her expertise spans educational, commercial, multifamily, and historic projects, where she has specialized in passive design strategies, Net-Zero Energy, Living Buildings, and healthy materials.

November Technical Meeting - Breaking Down the Sequence of Operation: A Collaborative Controls Workshop
2025-11-20 16:30 - 20:00 | Stormbreaker Brewing, 832 N Beech St, Portland, 97227, United States
This interactive session explores example Sequences of Operations for different systems to deepen understanding and improve clarity in controls documentation. Working in small groups, participants will highlight questions, inconsistencies, or opportunities for refinement. A full-group discussion will follow to align on standards, expectations, and lessons learned for future projects.
Meeting Agenda:
4:30PM – Registration Opens
5:30 PM – Dinner and drinks are served
6:00 PM – Presentation Starts
7:00 – 8:00 PM – Mingle and Wrap up

ASHRAE Oregon Chapter Meeting
2025-12-04 | TBD
CFD Workshop.

December Technical Meeting - CFD Workshop - Harnessing Airflow Modeling: Practical Applications of CFD in HVAC and Natural Ventilation Design
2025-12-18 11:30 - 15:30 | Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland – Downtown, 319 SW Pine St, Portland, 97204, United States
This workshop shows how Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), or airflow modeling, is used to solve HVAC and natural ventilation design challenges. By enhancing traditional HVAC methods, CFD enables detailed analysis of airflow and air quality. With advances in computing, CFD is now more practical and affordable. Attendees will learn CFD principles and review recent HVAC and natural ventilation project applications.
Agenda:
11:30 Registration/Lunch
12-1 Presentation: CFD Concept/Theory & Applications
1:15-2:15 CFD DEMO on Fluent
2:30-3:30 Q&A/specific projects
Ala Cart Pricing Available

ASPE x ASHRAE Oregon Technical Meeting - Domestic Hot Water Heat Pumps
2026-01-22 17:00 - 21:00 | Baerlic’s Super Sceret Beer Club Event Space, 2235 SE 11th Ave, Portland, OR, 97214, United States
Join us as for a joint event with our ASPE Freinds to learn about Heat Pumps – topic includes:
1. Plumbing Design of CHPWH Systems
2. Sizing for storage and real world usage patterns
3. High Temperature Boiler Replacement in Space Heating 4. Challenges & Solutions of Retrofit
5. Tax Credits and Funding Strategies for High Efficiency Water Heating
6. Practical Active Heat Recovery with Examples Meeting

Agenda:
5:00PM – Registration Opens
5:30 PM – Dinner and drinks are served
6:00 PM – Presentation Starts
7:00 – 9:00 PM – Mingle and Wrap up

ASHRAE x Sustainable Building Monthly - Sustainable Systems: Finding Your Solution
2026-02-10 17:00 - 19:00 | PAE Living Building, 151 SW 1st Ave, Portland, OR, 97204
Sustainable Systems: Finding your Solution

High-performance air systems demand modern design approaches with leading-edge products and technology in order to optimize comfort, reduce energy consumption and ensure the long-term sustainability of a building. The presentation will discuss high performance solutions that can prioritize thermal comfort in nearly any application and provide the option for smaller/individual zones of temperature control. The energy efficient systems presented have been proven to provide up to 67% energy savings when compared to other more traditional HVAC systems. For long-term sustainability, these solutions create future resilient spaces that ensure no comfort zones are split when office walls are put up or moved. The modular concept and flexibility provided by these systems guarantees that any changes in the floor plan will not trigger expensive and disruptive changes.
Presenter: Chris Burroughs
Chris Burroughs is an experienced Product Manager with more than ten years of expertise in developing innovative sustainable HVAC solutions. At Price Industries, Chris oversees the advancement of systems such as Chilled Beams, Underfloor Air Distribution (UFAD), Displacement Ventilation, and VAV Diffusers—all aimed at improving energy efficiency and indoor air quality for commercial and institutional environments. Throughout his career, Chris has led initiatives contributing to LEED-certified projects and influencing industry guidelines (ASHRAE) related to testing and participated in many research projects. He has broadened product portfolios by integrating technical proficiency with strategic insight to address changing environmental and performance requirements. Dedicated to sustainability, Chris advocates for practices that promote innovation and operational efficiency throughout the built environment.
Meeting Beverages Sponsored by ACI Mechanical & HVAC Sales

Agenda:
5:00PM – 5:30PM – Networking, Food, & Drinks
5:30PM – 6:30PM – Presentation & Q&A
6:30PM – 7:00PM – More Networking, Food & Drinks

March Technical Meeting - The Past, Present, & Future of ASHRAE
2026-03-19 17:00 - 20:00 | Stormbreaker Brewing, 832 N Beech St, Portland, 97227, United States
Join Us for an evening Technical Event as we learn more about ASHRAE and Network with other folks in our industry.
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About the Organization That Defines the Standards of Our Industry
For many, ASHRAE is sometimes seen as a faceless technical organization that publishes standards, guidelines, handbooks and monthly journals, and at the local level, hosts monthly meetings, events, and an occasional golf tournament. But ASHRAE is SO much more than that! ASHRAE is a vibrant community of dedicated volunteer members from around the world collaborating to develop healthier and more sustainable solutions for the built environment. Join us this month for high-paced, interactive session as we explore the history of ASHRAE, current initiatives such as Indoor Environmental Quality, Decarbonization, and DEI with a glimpse into what the future may hold – a future we hope you are a part of! Topics will include:

The structure of ASHRAE chapters and regions
ASHRAE’s Strategic Plan goals and initiatives
ASHRAE Standards/Guidelines – and how YOU can help define these guidance documents
Opportunities to join Technical Committees
Opportunities to build your network, connect with industry professionals and have fun!

What changes would you like to see within ASHRAE?
About the Speaker
Devin Abellon, P.E. is the Director of Engineered Solutions at Pac West Sales in Portland, Oregon. He has over 30 years of experience in the HVAC and plumbing industries with a focus on high-performance and sustainable building design and construction. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California at Santa Barbara and is a registered professional engineer in California and Arizona. He has been an active member of ASHRAE at the chapter, regional and society levels and currently serves as a Society Vice President, Chair of Technology Council, and Vice Chair of the Board of Directors DEI Advisory Subcommittee. He also serves as a Chapter Leadership Academy facilitator and Distinguished Lecturer.
Agenda:
Registration Opens at 5:00PM
Dinner Served at 5:30PM
Presentation Begins at 6:00PM
Networking & Mingling until 8PM

April Technical Meeting - Applied Psychrometrics
2026-04-23 17:00 - 20:00 | Stormbreaker Brewing, 832 N Beech St, Portland, 97227, United States
This presentation will include the following elements; (a) a review of the Psychrometric processes, (b) defining state points of saturated air and how this creates the basis of the Psychrometric Chart, (c) the application of mixed air streams, (d) defining sensible heat ratio and applying this to the Psychrometric Chart, and (e) illustrating real world examples of HVAC systems to the Psychrometric Chart. The examples illustrated will include a common heating and ventilation unit with humidification, a 100% outside air unit used in process cooling applications where supply air temperature and absolute humidity are critical, a common VAV air handling unit with mixed return/outside air which must supply cooled air to satisfy a specific space Sensible Heat Ratio, and a more complex Dual Duct system where final supply air out of a diffuser can be calculated/illustrated through psychrometric processes (this example illustrates problem solving and integrates heat transfer equations of fluids).
Learning Outcomes

Understanding the fundamentals of the Psychrometric Chart
Applying the Psychrometric Chart to Sensible and Latent Energy Change
Using real world air handling systems, illustrate how Psychrometric Processes can be applied

Presenter:
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.
Agenda:
5:00PM – Registration Opens
5:30PM – Dinner Served
6:00PM – Presentation Starts
7:00-8:00PM – Networking and Wrap Up

May Technical Meeting - Oregon Heritage Night
2026-05-14 17:00 - 21:00 | Oregon Zoo, 4001 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, 97221, United States
ASHRAE Oregon Heritage Night is a family-friendly event celebrating the Oregon chapter’s legacy and impact. Held at the Oregon Zoo’s Conservation Hall, with access to the Insect Building and Discovery Plaza, the evening features an Oregon history display, a Research Promotion Wine Survivor event, and a technical presentation on how the built environment affects cognitive function and worker productivity.

ASHRAE x SMACNA Joint Event - Commissioning Panel Discussion & SMACNA Facility Tour
2026-06-03 11:00 - 13:00 | OR
TBD – More Information to Come
