ASHRAE Oregon Chapter

ASHRAE Oregon Board of Governors Meeting
2025-12-10 16:30 - 18:00, 2025-11-12 16:30 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | TBD

December Technical Tour - TimberLab Fabrication Facility & Happy Hour
2025-12-04 16:00 - 19:00 | TimberLab Fabrication Facility, 1601 NE Columbia Blvd, Portland, OR, 97211, United States
Get an inside look at how mass timber innovation, prefabrication, and digital construction are reshaping the built environment. The tour will begin with an overview of Timberlab’s services and capabilities, followed by a guided walkthrough of their state-of-the-art production floor.
After the tour, continue the conversation at Breakside Brewery – DEKUM for a happy hour.
📍Timberlab Fabrication Facility – 1601 NE Columbia Blvd, Portland, OR 97211
🗓 Thursday, December 4, 2025
⏰ 4:00 PM (tour begins promptly at 4:30)
👥 Limited to 35 attendees
Happy Hour: 820 NE Dekum St, Portland, OR 97211

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

ASHRAE Oregon Newsletter: The Oregon Diffuser - December 2025
2025-12-01
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Oregon Diffuser December 2025

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 Cascades Section Technical Meeting: “Radiant Heating and Cooling System Design,” presented by Devin Abellon, PacWest Sales.
2025-11-13 11:30 - 13:00 | Waypoint Hotel, 1415 NE 3rd St, Bebd, 97701, United States

ASHRAE Oregon Newsletter: The Oregon Diffuser - November 2025
2025-11-01
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ASHRAE Oregon Diffuser – November 2025

Young Engineers of ASHRAE & Student Activities Committe OSU Tailgate Event
2025-10-11 08:00 - 17:00
Join us for a tailgate at Reser Stadium as Oregon STate Football hosts Wake Forest.
Meet your ASHRAE Oregon peers of the present and future, as we are joined by current and prospective members of the student branch from Oregon State.
Food and drinks will be provided, and there is optional transportation to and from the Portland metro area. We look forward to seeing you all there!
Go Beavs!
MORE INFORMATION TO FOLLOW!
Tailgate Schedule:
8:00 AM – Transport departs from Portland
9:30 AM – Start of Tailgate
12:30 PM – Kick off
Transport will depart from Corvallis approximately 30 minutes after the end of the game

ASHRAE Oregon Board of Governors Meeting
2025-10-09 16:30 - 18:00 | PAE Living Building, 151 SW 1st Ave, Portland, OR, 97204
Join the Board as we discuss upcoming events, new topics, and financial standing.

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.

ASHRAE Oregon Newsletter: The Oregon Diffuser - October 2025
2025-10-01
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Oregon Diffuser October 2025

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

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 Newsletter: The Oregon Diffuser September 2025
2025-09-01
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Oregon Diffuser September 2025_Published

August Chapter Meeting - PE Licensure in Oregon: Gain and Sustain your Oregon PE
2025-08-28 17:00 - 20:00 | 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)

ASHRAE Annual Golf Tournament
2025-07-24 07:30 - 17:00 | Stone Creek Golf Club, 14603 S Stoneridge Drive, Oregon City, OR, 97045, United States
Thank you to our sponsors!

Meet the Board and Chapter Kickoff Happy Hour
2025-07-16 17:00 - 19:00 | PAE Living Building, 151 SW 1st Ave, Portland, OR, 97204
Ready to kick off the new ASHRAE year with purpose, people, and pints? Bring a colleague, bring a curiosity, bring your questions. Come meet your board and help us shape our upcoming year!
Join us for a fun and casual evening where you’ll get to:

MEET THE 2025-2026 ASHRAE OREGON CHAPTER BOARD

Get to know the volunteers driving our chapter forward — from seasoned leaders to new faces, we’re excited to connect with you.

HEAR WHAT’S COMING THIS YEAR

Sneak peek at the programming, technical sessions, and community impact we’re planning for the upcoming ASHRAE season.

FIND YOUR PLACE TO PLUG IN

Want to make a difference, grow your network, or just learn what ASHRAE is all about? There’s a place for every interest and availability. We’ll help you find a meaningful way to get involved.

NO PRESSURE — JUST PEOPLE, CONVERSATION, AND DRINKS ON US
Here’s to another great year for ASHRAE Oregon!

Meeting Agenda:
5:00 PM – Welcome! Grab a drink and some light bites
5:30 PM – Presential Address, Board Introduction, ASHRAE Oregon Introduction
6:00 – 7:00 PM – Happy Hour and Mingle

Save the Date - Membership Promotion Volunteer Event
2025-06-19 16:30 - 19:30
More Details to Come

Save the Date - June Technical Chapter Meeting
2025-06-12 08:00 - 17:00

ASHRAE Cascades & BCxA Spring Social
2025-05-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Crux Fermentation Project, 50 SW Division St, Bend, OR 97702, 50 SW Division St, Bend, OR, 97702, United States
The ASHRAE Cascades Section is teaming up with the BCxA Northwest Chapter for a joint social event at Crux during the OSHE Spring Symposium in Bend, Oregon. Come connect with fellow HVAC and commissioning professionals, we hope to see you there!
There’s no cost to attend, but please register so we can get an accurate headcount. The first drink is on us!

Chapters Regional Conference
2025-05-10 | Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center, 375 NE Holladay St, Portland, OR, 97232, United States
Day 3

Chapters Regional Conference
2025-05-09 | Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center, 375 NE Holladay St, Portland, OR, 97232, United States
Day 2 of the Chapter Regional Conference

Chapters Regional Conference
2025-05-08 | Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center, 375 NE Holladay St, Portland, OR, 97232, United States
ASHRAE Oregon will be hosting the Chapters Regional Conference in Oregon for the first time in 10 years!

Past President Night
2025-04-17 18:00 - 21:30 | OMSI, 1945 SE Water Ave, Portland, Oregon, 97214
Please bring your friends and family as we gather for our annual celebration of ASHRAE Oregon Leadership!

OMSI Tickets will be offered at a discounted rate if you would like to arrive before the event and explore the exhibits prior to our 6PM start time.

ASHRAE Oregon Newsletter: The Oregon Diffuser April 2025
2025-04-01
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ASHRAE Oregon Diffuser – April 2025

March Technical Chapter Meeting - Informed Design Integrating Architectural & Engineering Design in Sustainable Projects
2025-03-20 17:00 - 20:00 | Baerlic’s Super Sceret Beer Club Event Space, 2235 SE 11th Ave, Portland, OR, 97214, United States
March 20, 2025
Location: Baerlic Super Secret Beer Club
Meeting Agenda:
5:00PM – Dinner and drinks are served – We’re featuring Ranch Pizza this month!
5:30PM – Presentation Starts
6:30-7:30PM – Mingle & Wrap Up

Informed Design: Integrating Architectural and Engineering Design

Join the ASHRAE Oregon Chapter as we welcome Thuy Le, AIA and Christian Cutul, AIA, as they speak to the success stories of architectural and engineering integration to produce sustainable projects.
Network with fellow industry professionals and gain valuable knowledge to stay ahead in your projects.

Meet the Speakers

Thuy Le, AIA, is an associate at Bora Architecture & Interiors in Portland, OR, with experience on a wide range of project types, including libraries, workplace, affordable housing, and K-12 education. As an advocate for resilient architecture and evidence-based design, she has been a driving force behind Bora’s highest-performing projects.

Christian Cutul, AIA is an architect at Bora Architects & Interiors with 15 years of experience on a wide range of project types, including multifamily & affordable housing, K-12 education, mass timber, renovations, institutional, and civic projects. He strives to balance the big picture with the finer details, design intent with construction reality, and the space itself with the systems that occupy it.

Feeling Crafty? - Join the Women in ASHRAE & Women in ASPE for a Craft Night
2025-03-12 16:30 - 18:30 | PAE Living Building, 151 SW 1st Ave, Portland, OR, 97204
DIY Terrarium & Happy Hour

March 12, 2025
4:30 PM
@ PAE Living Building, 5th Floor Deckony

Come enjoy a happy hour where you can mingle and put together your very own plant terrarium.

This event is hosted by Women in ASHRAE and Women of ASPE and all are welcome!

We hope to see you there!

ASHRAE Oregon B.O.G. Meeting
2025-03-12 12:00 - 13:00
Join us at our Board of Governor meetings! It’s open for anyone to attend, but it’s time we set aside to plan upcoming chapter events, discuss meeting topics, and review finances to ensure our chapter is operating properly.
This meeting is held virtually. If you are interested in joining, please reach out to orashrae@gmail.com and we can provide details for the virtual link!

ASHRAE Oregon Newsletter: The Oregon Diffuser March 2025
2025-03-01
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ASHRAE Oregon Diffuser – March 2025
