AEEGTA Presents
Coffee & Conservation Series (#06)
To face the environmental challenges of tomorrow, we must begin decarbonizing our buildings today. However, we must also take recent lessons in healthy indoor environments into consideration. In this presentation, we will explore how humidification and evaporation technologies fit into decarbonization strategies, with a particular focus on energy efficiency benefits that can be unlocked with evaporative technologies.
The topic will begin with a brief review of indoor humidity terminology and theory as well as traditional applications for humidity control and commonly available technologies. We will then review some common drivers of decarbonization and talk about how various humidity
control products may fit into decarbonization strategies. For the second half of the presentation, we will discuss evaporative humidification and cooling technologies in greater detail, including examples of direct and indirect evaporative cooling applications.
We will conclude with a short overview of the latest in evaporative technologies. Attendees can expect to gain a deeper understanding of:
- Humidity control in buildings
- How decarbonization and humidity control technologies interact
- Approaches for reducing energy usage with evaporative cooling
- Modern Evaporative technologies
Presenter:
Nuno Silva, National Sales Manager- Adiabatic Systems, Condair
Nuno Silva is a seasoned expert in humidification with over 15 years of experience in the field, including more than a decade with Condair. Throughout his career, Nuno has specialized in adiabatic humidification technologies, helping clients across a range of industries—particularly healthcare—optimize indoor air quality and energy efficiency.
He holds both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Engineering from the Technical University of Lisbon, as well as a double PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the Technical University of Denmark and the National University of Singapore. His academic and professional work has consistently focused on the intersection of mechanical systems and building science, with a special interest in sustainable solutions for indoor environments. At Condair, Nuno plays a key role in developing and promoting advanced humidification strategies tailored to meet the stringent demands of healthcare environments, where precise control over humidity is essential for patient safety, comfort, and infection prevention.
Nicholas Lea, Head of Product and Sales Support, Condair
Nicholas Lea is Head of Product and Sales Support for North America at Condair Ltd, with over 15 years of experience in the HVAC industry. Based in Ottawa, Ontario, Nick is a licensed Professional Engineer in Ontario and a LEED Accredited Professional (BD+C), with a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from Carleton University. Nick has built his career around advancing humidification and evaporative cooling solutions, with a particular focus on education, standards development, and sustainable design. He actively contributes to industry progress through his involvement with ASHRAE and AHRI. He is the current Chair of the AHRI Humidifiers Education Working Group and has held leadership roles on ASHRAE Technical Committees 5.11 (Humidifiers) and 5.7 (Evaporative Cooling). He is also a contributing author to key publications including the ASHRAE Systems and Equipment Handbook, ASHRAE Methods of Test 164.3 and 164.4, AHRI Standard 620, and AHRI Standard 640. A frequent speaker at ASHRAE national and chapter events, Nick shares his knowledge and experience to support better indoor environments through eVective humidification strategies.
Time: 10:00 to 11:00 EDT (on Microsoft Teams)
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