Chapter Program
2026-2027 Chair:
Joshua McDonough, PE

The ASHRAE Hawaii Chapter is pleased to welcome Joshua McDonough as Chapter Programs Chair. Joshua previously served in this role during the 2019–2020 chapter year and again from 2022–2025, bringing valuable experience and leadership to the position.
As Chapter Programs Chair, Joshua is committed to delivering engaging and relevant programs that provide value to members across the HVAC&R industry. His focus is centered on supporting John Fuller’s presidential initiative emphasizing sustainability, energy efficiency, and the advancement of innovative building solutions. Through thoughtfully planned technical sessions, networking opportunities, and educational programming, Joshua aims to continue fostering professional growth and industry collaboration within the Hawaii Chapter.
August 2016 YEA Meeting
August 18, 2016
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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InSynergy 2nd Flr Conference Room
828 Fort Street Mall, 2nd Flr Conference Room
Honolulu, HI 96813
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We are pleased to announce the 1st session in the Young Engineers of ASHRAE (YEA) Training Series for the ASHRAE 2016 - 2017 year!
This monthly series of training programs is intended for people from recent grads to those with 5-7 years of experience, or simply people who desire to take their training to new depths.
This program will be held on Thursday August 18th
from 5:30-7:00pm at Insynergy, 828 Fort St. Mall, 2nd floor conference room.
Presenters:
5:00P-5:40PM Keola Williams (InSynergy Engineering) - " How To Draw on REVIT From Consultant's Perspective"
5:40-6:20PM Matthew Tio (DMG Hawaii) - "How To Read Construction Drawings"
6:20-7:00PM Patricia Choy (Alakai Mechanical Corp) - "How To Draw on AutoCAD From Contractor's Perspective"
There is no cost for these programs.
Please plan on arriving between 4:30 and 5:00.
The discussions will be tailored to the specific needs of Hawaii.
They will NOT be biased towards any specific manufacturer.
They will be Discussion based (as opposed to lecture style) inviting for free-flow of information.
ALL discussions will lean towards energy efficiency designs with an emphasis on real world applications.
We will endeavor to cover all system aspects including design, equipment selection, installation, operation, maintenance, energy savings, etc.
All “literature” will be distributed digitally.
Feedback will be requested after each session for improvement of future meetings.
You MUST register in advance in order to attend.
Please register on the website and e-mail Diamond Pedro at [email protected] or Daniel Murakami at [email protected] if you should have any questions.
Tickets
$0.00 Member Registration
$0.00 Guest Registration
$0.00 YEA Training Series Event Sponsorship
Future Meetings
Women in Engineering & Construction (ASHRAE x HISHE)
Coconut Club at The Twin Fin
2570 Kalakaua Avenue
Women in Engineering and Construction: Talk Story Panel & Pau Hana, presented by HISHE and Women in ASHRAE. Register on HISHE's website
2026-2027 Officers and BOG Installation Banquet
Honolulu Country Club
1690 Ala Puumalu Street
Honolulu, HI 96819
It is time once again to install and welcome the incoming officers and Board of Governors of the ASHRAE Hawaii Chapter.
2026 ASHRAE CRC for Regions X and XI
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
2255 Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815
https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/hnlws-sheraton-waikiki-beach-resort/overview/
The Hawaii ASHRAE Chapter is proud to host the 2026 Chapters Regional Conference (CRC) for Regions X and XI.
Steady on the Throttle - Part Load Compressor Technologies and Applications
InSynergy Engineering Office
1001 Bishop Street, Suite 2500
Honolulu, HI 96813
There are many advantage of variable capacity compressors in both energy reduction and precision space temperature and humidity control.
IAQ in Airports
Insynergy Engineering Office
1001 Bishop Street, Suite 2500
Honolulu, HI 96813
Increasing awareness about Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) and IAQ related issues (human comfort, human health, increased litigation) have caused many building codes and standards to address the real needs of occupants.
Wine & Dine : Vendor & Product Trade Show
The Tchin Tchin! Bar
39 N Hotel Street
Honolulu, HI 96813

39th Annual ASHRAE Golf Tournament - 2027
Hawaii Prince Golf Club
91-1200 Fort Weaver Road
Ewa Beach, HI 96706
