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Episode 41: Innovations in Heating and Cooling - Engineering a Greener Tomorrow
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In this episode of Engineering the Future, host Jerome James delves into the vital role engineers play in advancing eco-friendly heating and cooling systems to combat climate change.
Joined by Yannick Trottier, a professional engineer specializing in building decarbonization, they explore sustainability in homes, the benefits of retrofitting, and key design considerations for efficient HVAC systems.
From heat pumps to thermal storage technologies and everything in between, join us as we explore how engineers are driving environmental progress through innovative solutions.
Chapters
1. Episode 41: Innovations in Heating and Cooling - Engineering a Greener Tomorrow (00:00:00)
2. Topic Introduction: Eco-Friendly Heating and Cooling (00:00:56)
3. Guest Introduction: Yannick Trottier (00:01:17)
4. Yannick's Engineering Journey and Climate Change Advocacy (00:02:05)
5. Energy Intensity in Built Spaces (00:04:06)
6. Importance of Heating and Cooling in the Fight Against Climate Change (00:05:13)
7. Geographic Impact on Heating and Cooling Efficiency (00:06:05)
8. Residential Applications of Eco-Friendly Technologies (00:06:29)
9. Government Incentives for Eco-Friendly Retrofits (00:08:10)
10. Government's Role in Climate Change Initiatives (00:08:42)
11. Retrofitting Commercial Buildings with Eco-Friendly Tech (00:10:12)
12. Heat Pumps in HVAC Systems (00:11:39)
13. Limitations of Air Source Heat Pumps (00:13:54)
14. Economic Savings with Heat Pumps (00:16:03)
15. Thermal Storage Technologies (00:16:37)
16. HVAC Acronyms Explained (00:21:27)
17. Emerging Technologies in HVAC (00:26:47)
18. Building Code and Regulation Impact (00:29:07)
19. Final Thoughts and Ethical Considerations (00:31:07)
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