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.
- Update frequency
- every 9 days
- Average duration
- 24 minutes
- Episodes
- 57
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Hidden Heroes of Water Conservation: How Plumbing Fixtures Are Saving Trillions of Gallons
Water is one of our most precious resources, yet we waste billions of gallons every year—often without even realizing it. But what if the biggest solution wasn’t flashy new technology, but something …
Ensuring Water Quality & Safety: ASSE 12000 Series Certifications and Their Importance
In this episode, host Christoph Lohr speaks with Kurt Steenhoek, International Representative of the United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry, to dis…
Plumbing Smarter: Cutting Costs, Saving Water and Changing Lives
What if a simple shift in plumbing design could save thousands of dollars, deliver hot water faster, and make homes more affordable—all while conserving precious resources? In this must-listen episod…
Breaking Barriers: Judaline Cassidy on Empowering Women in Plumbing
In this episode of The Authority Podcast: Plumbing & Mechanical, host Christoph Lohr welcomes Judaline Cassidy, a trailblazing plumber and founder of Tools & Tiaras Inc.
Judaline shares her passion fo…
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,…
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. O…
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.
Amon…
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 E…
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 sma…
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 s…
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 sk…
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, vi…
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 …
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 …
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 engin…
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 IA…
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 o…
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 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 significan…
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 de…