The Authority Podcast: Plumbing and Mechanical
When talking about the built environment, we would do well to remember, "We shape our buildings, and afterwards, our buildings shape us." Therefore, on each episode, we'll discuss the latest trends from IAPMO in plumbing and mechanical safety, sustainability, and resiliency. Join me, your host Christoph Lohr, and together, we'll explore the ways we can make our buildings shape us for the better.
Podcasting since 2021 • 53 episodes
The Authority Podcast: Plumbing and Mechanical
Latest Episodes
Legionella in Water: Why the General Services Administration Took Action on Water Quality
In this episode, we discuss the General Services Administration (GSA) order to address the risk of Legionella and other waterborne pathogens in the water systems of GSA-controlled buildings. The GSA, which owns 1,600 federal buildings and lease...
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Season 4
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Episode 19
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29:10
Rebuilding Paradise: Lessons in Plumbing Resilience After Catastrophic Wildfire
In this powerful episode, we delve into the reconstruction journey of Paradise, California following the devastating 2018 Camp Fire that destroyed more than 18,000 structures and killed 85 people. Our guest, Tony Lindsey, Paradise Buildin...
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Season 4
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Episode 18
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16:38
Pipe Sizing for Storm Drain Performance - Insights from the IAPMO/ASPE White Paper
Join IAPMO experts Dan Cole and Christoph Lohr for a technical exploration of storm drainage system design and the critical equations engineers need to calculate effect flow rates through piping.Among the key insights is the impact of p...
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Season 4
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Episode 17
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25:56
Water Use in Single-Family and Multi-Family Homes
In this episode, we discuss challenges and opportunities in residential water use and efficiency. Our expert guest, Andrew D. Morris, Senior Manager of Policy & Programs with the Alliance For Water Efficiency, shares how water consumption i...
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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13:31
Innovations and Policies Shaping Water Conservation in the Built Environment
In this episode, Green Builder Media CEO Sara Gutterman delves into strategies and technologies that revolutionize water conservation in the built environment, from advanced irrigation systems to smart water management technologies. We explore ...
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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23:26