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.
Episodes
53 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
The Water Energy Nexus: Demonstrating Energy Savings in WaterSense-Labeled Homes
In this episode, Jonah Schein, Technical Coordinator for Homes and Buildings with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) WaterSense® program, demonstrates how water-efficiency measures also save energy and reduce carbon emissions, using...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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23:56
Top Plumbing Industry Trends in Plumbing from Mechanical Hub
In this insightful episode, Mechanical Hub hosts Tim Ward and John Messenbrink discuss three major plumbing industry trends: the push towards electrification, artificial Intelligence (AI), and the skilled trade gap, especially as it relates to ...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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17:04
What is Backflow and How Do Communities Mitigate the Public Health Risk
In this episode, we delve deep into the critical issue of backflow prevention, exploring the latest technologies and methodologies that are transforming the field. Join master plumber Sean Cleary, vice president of operations for the Backflow P...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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21:58
Water Reuse Standards with Sal Aridi: What are the Basics of IAPMO Water Reuse Standards and What you Need to Know
In this episode, guest Sal Aridi, a professional engineer and director of Special Projects at IAPMO, discusses water reuse. He elaborates on his 25-year career in water technologies and explains the different types of water reuse, such as greyw...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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18:06
Structural Water Savings: Can Right Sizing of Water Systems Really Save Water? (The Answer is Yes)
In this episode host Christoph Lohr discusses structural and behavioral water waste with Jim Lutz, a retired researcher from Lawrence Berkeley National Lab. Jim details his career, focusing on water heater efficiency and plumbing systems, and e...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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17:40
ASPE PE Working Group: An Update on ASPE's Effort to Give Plumbing Engineers a Test for Their License (And Why it Didn't Exist Before)
In this episode, we welcome David Dexter, a professional engineer with over 40 years of experience in the plumbing trade. Dexter discusses his transition from a master plumber to a professional engineer and his active involvement in the ASPE Pr...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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15:49
Seattle King County WDC Mandate: Why Seattle-King County Plans on Mandating the WDC For Multifamily Buildings
On this week’s episode, we’re going to be talking about how Seattle improved water savings and reduced new construction costs through accurate pipe sizing. Seattle recently mandated the use of the IAPMO Water Demand Calculator® for multifamily ...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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17:11
Zeroing in on Water Conservation: A Conversation with Sara Gutterman from Green Builder Media
In this episode, host Christoph Lohr welcomes Sara Gutterman, CEO of Green Builder Media, to discuss the pressing issue of water sustainability in building practices. Sara emphasizes the importance of water conservation and quality, highlightin...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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15:19
ASSE 12000 Series: Promoting Water Safety through ASSE 12060 and 12080 Credentials
In this episode Tony Marcello, IAPMO senior vice president of Training and Credential Services, returns to discuss the ASSE 12000 series, focusing on ASSE 12060, ASSE 12080 and Legionella prevention. The standard is crucial for those working in...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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25:06
The Water Demand Calculator in California: Unleashing Energy and Water Savings Through Right-Sizing - A Conversation with PG&E and 2050 Strategic Partners
In this episode we welcome guests Kelly Cunningham from PG&E and Steffi Becking from 2050 Partners to discuss the adoption of the Water Demand Calculator in California. They delve into the significance of this adoption, highlighting its pot...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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24:15
Water Quality for Plumbing Professionals and Construction Practices for Potable Water Review: ESPRI Helping to Educate the Plumbing Industry
In this episode we welcome Tim Bartrand, executive director of ESPRI, and Gary Burlingame, senior scientist with ESPRI, to discuss water quality and construction practices for potable water. We’ll delve into bridging the gap between...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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38:09
IAPMO ANSI Z1324 Benefits and Water Reuse: How IAPMO Product Standards Promote New Technology Use with Wahaso
Local jurisdictions and states have varying rules when it comes to water reuse. Join us for an insightful discussion with Stuart Bailin from Wahaso as we delve into the world of water reuse and purification. Learn about the process of harvestin...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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31:49
Bridgewater, New Jersey Flood FEMA Reimbursement: : A Conversation with Building Official and Fire Marshal Tony Lindsey
On this episode, we talk with Steven Rodzinak, director of code enforcement for the borough of Bound Brook, New Jersey about if specific building codes hurt or help FEMA reimbursement. Bridgewater, New Jersey is situated on a floodplain o...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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18:18
Emerging Water Technologies Symposium Preview - The Nexus Between Sustainability and Safety: Avoiding Unintended Consequences
The EWTS provides a unique opportunity to meet well-known experts from across the globe. Participants are able to discover ideas and approaches about emerging technologies that benefit drinking water and wastewat...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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15:45
Raising the Bar in the Industrial Water Treatment Industry with Scaling UP! H2O Podcast Host Trace Blackmore
Scaling UP! H2O podcast features weekly podcast episodes and daily digital content across social media platforms. With over 10,000 monthly downloads and a ranking in the top 3% of all podcasts globally by...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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17:36
What is the Best Policy Approach to Implementing Water Recycling? Lessons from Oregon
Water is facing alarming stress levels in the U. S. from drought and drinking water pollution, but outdated policies and inefficient use of water resources leave us vulnerable to a future where safe drinking water scarcity can no longer be igno...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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11:00
Putting Water Front and Center with Epic Cleantec Co-Founder + CEO
Aaron Tartakovsky, co-founder and CEO of Epic Cleantec, highlighted the newfound prominence of water during the renowned World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting in Davos this year. On this episode, we'll be speaking with Tartakovsky about the con...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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15:41
Can Hospitals Safely Reuse Water?
The high volume of wastewater generated by hospitals is a challenge for engineers that want to promote safety and sustainability. Not only that, but due to waterborne pathogen concerns, hospitals are set to flush even more water to drain in an ...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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14:33
What is the Best Policy Approach to Implementing Water Recycling? Lessons from Vancouver
The city of Vancouver is consistently named among the world's most desirable places to live and the region is expected to add nearly 1 million more residents by 2050. Massive development leads to growing pains for any city, and for Vancouver, t...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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15:46
Can Shower Filters Prevent Legionella?
We usually think about the Legionella threat in terms of hospitals and buildings. But did you know the Legionella threat can impact home water systems too?Joining us for the second time, on this episode we'll be speaking with Dr. Janet ...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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14:20