Beyond Disinfection: The Role of UV in HVAC Performance, Energy Efficiency & Healthy Buildings
Speakers: Rocky Alazazi, CHFM, BCxP, LEED AP, Director of Facilities and Engineering at Trinity Health Oakland Hospital; Rajul Patel, CEO, CTO Citra
Ultraviolet (UV) technology is widely recognized for its ability to control microorganisms, but its potential role in building performance extends well beyond disinfection.
This webinar will explore how properly designed germicidal UV applications within HVAC systems can help control
biological growth on cooling coils, maintain or improve heat-transfer performance, reduce HVAC energy consumption, support equipment performance and longevity, and contribute to building decarbonization goals—all while providing an additional layer of protection for indoor air quality and healthier buildings.
The presentation will explain the fundamentals of germicidal UV, the differences between coil treatment and airborne disinfection, and why factors such as UV intensity, exposure, airflow, system geometry, operating conditions, and proper engineering are critical to achieving measurable results.
A real-world healthcare application at Trinity Health will be featured as a peer reviewed case study. The Trinity Health Facility Director will join the webinar to provide the building owner’s perspective, discussing the facility’s experience with the technology, operational considerations, measured performance, and lessons learned from implementing UV in an operating healthcare environment.
