Introducing: The Authority Podcast

Introducing: The Authority Podcast

Welcome to The Authority Podcast: Plumbing and Mechanical, a new podcast from the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO).

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 with some of the brightest minds in the industry. Join your host, Christoph Lohr, and together we'll explore the ways we can make our buildings shape us for the better.

Hidden Heroes of Water Conservation: How Plumbing Fixtures Are Saving Trillions of Gallons

12 March 2025

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 as simple as the toilet, showerhead, or faucet in your home? In this episode of The Authority Podcast: Plumbing Mechanical, host Christophe Lohr welcomes back Kerry Stackpole, CEO & Executive Director of Plumbing Manufacturers International (PMI), for a powerful conversation about how everyday plumbing fixtures are already making a massive impact in the fight for water conservation. Thanks to the U.S. EPA’s WaterSense program, these unsung heroes have saved an astonishing 8.7 trillion gallons of water—enough to sustain millions of families. But there’s still so much more to do.

Ensuring Water Quality & Safety: ASSE 12000 Series Certifications and Their Importance

27 February 2025

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 discuss a critical issue—water quality. 💧 How do we ensure safe drinking water in hospitals, nursing homes, and public buildings? 💧 What lessons can we learn from the Flint water crisis and the rise of Legionella outbreaks? 💧 Why are certified plumbing professionals essential in protecting public health? Kurt unpacks the ASSE 12060 series certifications, the industry’s gold standard for ensuring clean, safe water in critical facilities. Learn why training, certification, and proper implementation are key to safeguarding our water supply. Hit PLAY now and join us in the fight for safer water and healthier buildings!

Plumbing Smarter: Cutting Costs, Saving Water and Changing Lives

12 February 2025

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 episode, host Christoph Lohr sits down with industry trailblazers Robert Campbell Sr. and Amanda Johnson from Villara to reveal how they’re revolutionizing homebuilding with the IAPMO Water Demand Calculator.

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