January 2026 Newsletter

Dear ASHRAE Members and Friends,

Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a relaxing holiday season and is feeling recharged as we 

kick off 2026. 

We’re excited to be back together for our January chapter meeting and continue the great 

momentum we built at the end of last year. As a reminder, we are still looking for an engineering 

sponsor for the January meeting—your support helps us deliver engaging programs and valuable 

networking opportunities for our members. If you or your company are interested, we’d love to hear 

from you. 

Thank you all for your continued involvement and support of the Cincinnati ASHRAE Chapter. I’m 

looking forward to a great year ahead and hope to see many of you at the January meeting! 

January Meeting 

January 20th – 11:30 – Our speaker will be Todd Pfahl and we will be presenting on ERV Applications and Design 

Registration is open for this event.   

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ashrae-cincinnati-january-2026-lunch-technical-session-tickets-1977033542546?aff=oddtdtcreator

Todd Pfahl is an experienced HVAC industry leader with a strong background in engineering-driven

product innovation and high-performance ventilation solutions. As Sales Director at 

Oxygen8, he works closely with engineers, designers, and building owners to advance the 

adoption of energy-efficient ERV and decentralized dedicated outdoor air technologies, including 

integration with Daikin all-electric VRV heat-pumps. Oxygen8 is committed to promoting 

sustainable, low-energy ventilation strategies that improve indoor air quality and occupant comfort. 

With more than three decades of experience in senior sales and technical roles at organizations 

including Johnson Controls, York International, and Trane Company, Todd brings a deep 

understanding of HVAC system design, applied equipment, and the evolving needs of sustainable, 

high-performance buildings. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from The 

Ohio State University.

Remaining Meetings

January 20th – 11:30 – ERV Applications 

February 17th – 3:00 to 5:00 – Indoor Air Quality Procedure  

March 10th – 11:30 – AI in Action: Daily Tools Transforming Engineering and Construction 

April 21st – 3:00 to 5:00 – Common Pitfalls in Mechanical Drawings Caught During Construction 

and Building Trust Between Engineers and Contractors: Communication that Works with Joel 

Shriner 

Research Promotion Update

As a reminder, all members can now direct their RP contributions to the Endowment by 

selecting Chapter Scholarships → Apply to Existing → Cincinnati Chapter Scholarship from 

the online donation page. We will also have a flyer with a QR code available at all future 

meetings. Support in any amount helps and is greatly appreciated! 

In Memoriam  

ASHRAE Cincinnati Chapter remembers William W. “Bill” Stacey — a dedicated leader, mentor, and 

respected figure in the Cincinnati HVAC community. As co-founder and long-time President of Environmental Air Products (EAP) in Cincinnati, Bill devoted four decades to supporting engineers, 

contractors, and facility teams with technical expertise, quality products, and practical guidance 

that helped shape countless commercial and institutional projects throughout Greater Cincinnati 

and the surrounding region. His commitment to professional excellence, integrity, and mentorship 

left a lasting impact on colleagues and the industry alike. Bill’s contributions and the projects that 

benefitted from his guidance create a legacy that ASHRAE Cincinnati Chapter and the local HVAC 

community will honor for generations. 

Government Affairs Update

Legislation to Modify DOE Building Energy Code Updates Introduced 

On November 21, Representative John James (MI-10) introduced H.R. 6264, “the Path to 

Affordable Homes Act.” The legislation would change considerations the Department of Energy 

(DOE) to must make when reviewing updates to national model energy codes such as the 

International Energy Conservation Code and ASHRAE Standard 90.1. Under current law, DOE is required to analyze and determine whether a new edition of model energy code or consensus-based energy standard will improve energy efficiency. This legislation would require DOE to also consider five new criteria before a determination is made: cost-effectiveness, direct relation to energy efficiency, technological feasibility, grid reliability, and fuel neutrality. More information on the legislation can be found here. 

American Lung Association Recommends ASHRAE Standard 62.1 in Schools IAQ Report 

In early December, the American Lung Association issued a report on state policies regarding 

indoor air quality (IAQ) in schools. The report provides a summary of current policies as well as 

recommendations for state and local governments, and public health officials. The recommendations include the adoption of ASHRAE Standard 62.1, Ventilation and Acceptable Indoor Air Quality, for use in all schools, along with a comprehensive IAQ plan and other actions to mitigate exposure to pollutants and contaminants in school buildings. 

ASHRAE Society Job Board

Reminder that members and member companies have this ASHRAE site as a resource to post open roles, etc.: jobs.ASHRAE.org