Meeting Announcement

Technical Session: 5:00 PM (optional) - Dual Fuel Heat Pumps by Jeff Seewald

Dinner: 6:00 PM

Presentation: 7:00 PM  A2L Refrigerant Retrofits by Jeff Seewald, HVAC System Business Development Manager

Jeff Seewald has more than 25 years of experience in a variety of roles, including product management, product development, product support, and engineering.  Specializing in engineering and project development with a focus on energy efficiency, infrastructure renewal, and sustainability for all types of facilities.  Jeff has worked for Daikin Applied, Trane Technologies, and SitelogIQ.

Jeff’s overall work experience spans a spectrum: from planning, technical analysis, and engineering design for building owners, to industry and market research, to education and advocacy for energy efficiency and high-performance buildings

At Trane, Jeff is responsible for the development, planning, and achievement of comprehensive solutions business objectives for projects generated through Trane Great Northern Plains, which encompasses Minnesota, Wisconsin, North and South Dakota. He is also responsible for the technical development, support, and review of turn-key and performance-based contracting solutions and activities. Jeff’s responsibilities include identifying, analyzing, verifying, and approving energy efficiency measures, taking them from concept to calculation to guarantee and/or verification. His post-installation activities include participation in and training in post-audit procedures and monitoring of project or guarantee results.

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President’s Message

All,

Welcome to a new ASHRAE year! I'm looking forward to being your new president and bringing you a great slate of ASHRAE events for the 2026-2027 year. In addition to our September 14^th meeting discussing Dual Fuel Heat Pumps, we already have a few exciting things on the books, including another joint presentation in November with AIA and hosting the Chapter Regional Conference in April. See our future meetings calendar for more information.

Since I also serve as your Chapter's Young Engineers in ASHRAE chair, I would also like to encourage each of you to engage the younger engineers in your office and help them build their professional networks. Most of us wouldn’t be attending these meetings if our own mentors hadn't encouraged us to at some point.

As a group of volunteers, we hope that ASHRAE continues to be a beneficial addition to your career and constantly to try and bring you the most interesting and relevant information. I want to extend a huge thank you to those who keep giving their time to do this year after year. If you'd like to be a part of informing our programing this year or would like to get involved in any other way, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Hope to see you at an event this year!

Amanda Wendling
Madison ASHRAE Chapter President 2026-2027
[email protected]

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YEA

YEA Members:

Young Engineers in ASHRAE (YEA) have multiple opportunities to attend additional events throughout the ASHRAE year, many of which are happening close to home this year. Registration and applications are now open for scholarships, conferences, workshops, and awards. Reach out to [email protected] or visit ashrae.org/communities/young-engineers-in-ashrae-yea  for more information.

Leadership U - shadow ASHRAE Leadership at the Winder conference. Includes registration and transportation costs. (Chicago)
YEA Leadership Weekend - Leadership development for YEA members, scholarship available. (Minneapolis)
HVAC Design Essentials Training - Scholarship available
LeaDRS - Shadow Region IV leadership at Winter or Summer conference. Includes registration and transportation costs. (Chicago). Contact Amanda for application.
Developing Leader Award

Thanks,

Amanda Wendling
[email protected]

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Golf Outing

The 51^st Madison ASHRAE Golf Outing was another great event.   The tee boxes were full, meeting the capacity the committee was able to offer.  The early start allowed for the heat to come later, but certainly assisted with the need for more "fluids".  University Ridge Golf was again very accommodating, which will return to host the American Family outing next year. 

Last Year's Outing: [click for slideshow]

Golf Outing Committee
[email protected]

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Membership

Welcome to our newest student member: Adam Rodeghier!  We hope you'll join us at the next monthly Chapter meeting!  

What's new in Membership Promotion?  We're extending Membership Promotion Night into the Month of May!  Do you have a colleague or coworker you know could benefit from participation in the Chapter?  Bring them to the next meeting on May 11th! Here's a little extra incentive:  Both member and guest will receive a $10 gift card to either Starbuck's or Smoothie King (limit one per person to the first 20 eligible recipients).  

Summary of Chapter Membership:

Contact the Madison Chapter Membership Chair,  [email protected] if you have questions or comments about ASHRAE Membership.

Caryn Rader, P.E., LEED AP BD+C
Membership Promotion Committee Chair

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Meeting Minutes

Recent BOG Meeting Minutes:

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Treasurer’s Report

Recent Treasurer's Reports:

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Meeting Schedule

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Society News Releases

Recent ASHRAE News:

2026 ASHRAE Student Design Competition Winners Highlight Next-Generation Building Solutions
ATLANTA (August 20, 2026) ASHRAE announced the winners of its 2026 Student Design Competition, Setty Family Foundation Applied Engineering Challenge and Building Energy Quotient Competition. The competitions recognize the outstanding abilities and innovative problem-solving skills of students in HVAC&R, building sciences and engineering.

ASHRAE Highlights Building Resources as Communities Face Water and Air Quality Challenges
ATLANTA (August 11, 2026) ASHRAE is highlighting its technical resources to support building professionals in addressing global environmental and public health challenges, including wildfire smoke, extreme heat and Legionella risk. As communities across North America, Europe and other regions face these evolving conditions, the Society continues to provide science-based guidance that supports healthier, safer and more resilient buildings. 

ASHRAE Awards $225,200 in Society Scholarships for 2026-2027 Academic Year
ATLANTA (August 4, 2026) ASHRAE has awarded 47 Society scholarships totaling $225,200 for the 2026-2027 academic year. The scholarships recognize outstanding students pursuing careers in engineering and the built environment while supporting the future workforce that will drive innovation across the industry. 

ASHRAE Building Decarbonization Conference Delivers Practical Solutions for Retrofitting Existing Buildings
ATLANTA (July 21, 2026) ASHRAE announced the technical program for the 2026 ASHRAE Building Decarbonization Conference, taking place September 23–25, 2026, in Seattle, Washington. Bringing together engineers, architects, building owners, policymakers and industry leaders, the conference will showcase innovative approaches for reducing building emissions while improving resilience, performance and long-term value.

ASHRAE Strengthens Standard 90.1 Foundation with Renewed Emphasis on Commercial Building Energy Efficiency
ATLANTA (July 16, 2026) ASHRAE announced a strategic direction for the development of future editions of ANSI/ASHRAE/IES Standard 90.1, Energy Standard for Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings, reinforcing its longstanding role as the industry’s foundational energy efficiency design standard for commercial buildings while responding to evolving market and customer needs for operational emissions reduction. 

ASHRAE Annual Conference Showcases Innovation and Leadership for the Future of the Built Environment
ATLANTA (July 6, 2026) ASHRAE concluded its 2026 Annual Conference, held June 27–July 1 in Austin, Texas, bringing together more than 2,233 registered HVAC&R and building science professionals from around the world for five days of technical learning, collaboration and leadership. The conference featured discussions on today's most pressing industry challenges, including data center cooling, cybersecurity, dehumidification system design, indoor environmental quality, commissioning and other emerging topics shaping the built environment. 

ASHRAE Announces 2026-27 President, Officers and Directors
ATLANTA (June 29, 2026) ASHRAE has installed its 2026–27 Society president, along with newly elected officers and directors, during its 2026 Annual Conference in Austin, Texas. 

ASHRAE Recognizes Outstanding Member Achievements at Annual Conference
ATLANTA (June 28, 2026) ASHRAE recognized outstanding member achievements during its 2026 Annual Conference in Austin, Texas, honoring individuals whose leadership, service and technical excellence have advanced the Society and the built environment. Through the ASHRAE Honors and Awards program, recipients were recognized for their contributions to innovation, sustainability, research, education and the continued advancement of HVAC&R and building sciences. 

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