This month’s topic - Building Decarbonization

“Decarbonization” has become a hot topic. But what is it, how do we estimate emissions reduction and how can HVAC systems be designed to reduce emissions in the healthcare environment? This presentation focuses on reducing emissions due to design choices, building operation and from the electric grid providing building power. Subjects include decarbonization definition, goals, example calculations of emissions, key HVAC components and effects, and a few system solutions. The presentation does not cover subjects such as embodied carbon or carbon emitted during construction.

Mick Schwedler Bio:

Mick has been involved in the development and support of HVAC systems for Trane since 1982. As an applications engineer his areas of expertise include system optimization (in which he holds patents) as well as design and optimization of chilled water systems, water-source & geothermal heat pump systems, and decarbonization of hydronic heating systems His primary activities include assisting designers in proper application of Trane products and systems in buildings, and writing system application manuals and newsletters. In addition, he has presented technical information to tens of thousands of engineers through Trane’s Engineers Newsletter Live series, and ASHRAE webcasts. Mick has given technical seminars globally and published a number of articles within the industry. Prior to his work with Trane, Mick received his MSME from the University of Wisconsin Solar Energy Laboratory and BSME from Northwestern University.

Mick served as ASHRAE President 2021-22 and is an ASHRAE Fellow, recipient of ASHRAE’s Exceptional Service, Distinguished Service, and Standards Achievement Awards. He also was Chair of SSPC 90.1-2010 and the Advanced Energy Design Guide Steering Committee. Mick has served on multiple USGBC technical and education groups and chaired the LEED Technical Committee. He also authored portions of the ASHRAE GreenGuide and served on technical groups for the New Buildings Institute.

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