About ASHRAE
What is ASHRAE?
ASHRAE is an international society of heating, refrigerating and air-conditioning professionals.
Founded in 1894, ASHRAE is dedicated to advancing human well-being through sustainable technology for the built environment. The Society and its members focus on building systems, energy efficiency, indoor air quality, refrigeration and sustainability within the industry. Through research, standards writing, publishing and continuing education, ASHRAE shapes tomorrow’s built environment today. ASHRAE was formed as the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers by the merger in 1959 of American Society of Heating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHAE) founded in 1894 and The American Society of Refrigerating Engineers (ASRE) founded in 1904.
In 2012, as part of a rebranding, ASHRAE began doing business as “ASHRAE” vs. using its full legal name of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers. Use of ASHRAE reflects the Society’s worldwide membership and that services will continue evolving globally. ASHRAE is compromised of 16 Regions across 130+ Countries, 53,000+ Members from 201 Total Chapters, and 5,000+ Student Members from 500+ Student Branches.
Regina Chapter proudly serves ASHRAE Members in the Regina Area, and is a part of Region XI.
Region XI is unique and diverse as we span four time zones across the western half of Canada and the northwestern corner of the United States. Traversing mountains, prairies and oceans and various climates, we celebrate our differences, embrace our similarities, and are proud to work together to be Region XI. Region XI includes the following Chapters: Alaska, British Columbia, Inland Empire, Manitoba, Northern Alberta, Oregon, Pugent Sound, Regina, Saskatoon, Southern Alberta, and Vancouver Island.
Mission and Vision
Mission:
To serve humanity by advancing the arts and sciences of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration and their allied fields.
Vision:
A healthy and sustainable built environment for all.
Who Do We Serve?
- Consulting / Engineering: Professionals designing building systems.
- Contracting: Firms performing mechanical and HVAC installation.
- Manufacturing: Companies producing HVAC&R equipment, tools, and materials.
- Government / Public Utility: Code officials and regulators.
- Operations & Maintenance (O&M): Facility managers and technicians working on buildings.
- Education: Researchers, professors, and students in architectural or mechanical engineering
ASHRAE's Core Values
ASHRAE education, technical information and all other activities and products will always reflect the best practices that lead our industry. We strive for continuous improvement and innovation in all our practices and products.
ASHRAE and its members are passionate about serving the built environment, creating value, and recognizing the accomplishments of others.
ASHRAE is committed to the highest ethical standards. We work transparently, observing essential requirements for due process and peer reviews to assure our members and stakeholders that we do the right things the right way.
ASHRAE seeks and embraces collaborative efforts with organizations, agencies, and individuals sharing our commitment to sustainable built environments.
Members lead ASHRAE at every level, serving ASHRAE and helping ASHRAE serve society.
ASHRAE is committed to providing a welcoming environment. Our culture is one of inclusiveness, acknowledging the inherent value and dignity of each individual.
ASHRAE Society Snapshot
The 2024-2025 Society Snapshot is now available. The report highlights ASHRAE’s successful initiatives including conferences, publications, educational offerings, research and development.
