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.

Past Meetings

2024 ASHRAE Christmas Party & Past Presidents Night Dinner

 

December 05, 2024

 

6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

 

Ala Moana Hotel
410 Atkinson Drive
Honolulu, HI 96814
https://www.alamoanahotelhonolulu.com/

Join the festivities with ASHRAE at our 2024 end-of-year party!

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ASHRAE Hawaii Wine & Dine Event

 

November 11, 2024

 

5:30 PM to 9:00 PM

 

Tchin Tchin
39 N Hotel Street
Honolulu, HI 96813
https://thetchintchinbar.com/

Come join us to enjoy dinner and wine with Buzz Wright and various vendors!

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ASHRAE YEA Escape Room & Pau Hana

 

November 09, 2024

 

6:30 PM to 10:00 PM

 

Hawaii Escape Challenge & Beer Lab
98-1005 Moanalua Rd
Aiea, HI 96701
https://www.hawaiiescapechallenge.com/

Join YEA in a fun evening of escape rooms and a pau hana to boot!

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Women in Engineering & Construction "Your Story. Our Strength"

 

October 25, 2024

 

11:30 AM to 1:00 PM

 

Livestock Tavern
49 N Hotel Street
Honolulu, HI 96817

We are excited to invite you to an inspiring event dedicated to celebrating and empowering women in the fields of engineering and construction.

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High Performance Building Design - What the Future holds for the Direction of our Industry

 

September 12, 2024

 

12:00 PM to 1:30 PM

 

Hawaii Energy Training Room (Hawaii National Bank)
45 North King Street, Suite 500
Honolulu, HI 96817
https://hawaiienergy.com/

This session provides an overview of how building systems have evolved to meet the demands for green building design and where we are headed in the future in this arena. Also covered are topics such as the evolution of building codes to include green or s

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ASHRAE Technical Seminar 2024

 

April 25, 2024

 

8:00 AM to 5:30 PM

 

Ala Moana Hotel
410 Atkinson Drive
Honolulu, HI 96814
https://www.alamoanahotelhonolulu.com/

A full day seminar! See our flyer for full details on the event!

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ASHRAE Hawaii YEA - March Meet and Greet

 

March 20, 2024

 

5:30 PM to 9:00 PM

 

The Hall by Beer Lab
98-1005 Moanalua Road Unit 884
Aiea, HI 96826
http://beerlabhi.com

Meet and Greet with fellow YEA members!

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Decarbonization 101 | Featuring 2023-24 ASHRAE Society President Ginger Scoggins

 

March 09, 2024

 

5:30 PM to 9:00 PM

 

Ala Moana Hotel by Mantra | Plumeria Room
410 Atkinson Drive
Honolulu, HI 96814
https://www.alamoanahotelhonolulu.com/

This presentation will cover decarbonization terminology, goals, and methods for engineers and owners to understand and apply effective decarbonization strategies for new and existing buildings.

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Integrating Facility Staff and Building Management Systems (BMS)

 

February 08, 2024

 

5:30 PM to 9:00 PM

 

Ala Moana Hotel by Mantra | Carnation Room
410 Atkinson Drive
Honolulu, HI 96814
https://www.alamoanahotelhonolulu.com/

Most critical facilities demand continuous operations for extended periods typically measured in years if not decades.

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