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Strengthening the HVAC&R community in Portugal and Region XIV since 2005
What is ASHRAE?
ASHRAE (American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers) is a global professional association committed to advancing the arts and sciences of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration (HVAC&R), and their allied fields. Founded in 1894, ASHRAE brings together more than 56,000 members from over 152 countries, including engineers, researchers, academics, manufacturers, and professionals dedicated to improving building performance and sustainability.
ASHRAE’s mission is to serve humanity and promote a sustainable world through the development and dissemination of technical knowledge. The Society provides research, standards, education, and publications that set the foundation for high-performance building design and operation across the world.
Its work covers a wide range of topics, including:
Building systems and energy efficiency
Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) and thermal comfort
Refrigeration technologies and low-carbon cooling solutions
Environmental sustainability and climate action
Digital transformation in the built environment, such as smart controls and building automation systems
ASHRAE develops internationally recognized standards and guidelines — such as Standard 90.1 (Energy Efficiency in Buildings) and Standard 62.1 (Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality) — which serve as benchmarks for building codes and regulations worldwide.
The Society also supports professional development through conferences, training programs, technical committees, and local Chapters. Its global network fosters collaboration, innovation, and the exchange of ideas between professionals and students, contributing to a more sustainable, resilient, and healthy built environment.
ASHRAE PORTUGAL CHAPTER
The ASHRAE Portugal Chapter is the official representation of ASHRAE in Portugal, integrated into Region XIV - Europe since 2017. Originally founded in 2005 and officially chartered as a Chapter in 2007, it brings together professionals, academics, and students dedicated to advancing the fields of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC&R) in the Portuguese context.
The Chapter’s mission is to promote ASHRAE’s technical knowledge and best practices within the national engineering community, fostering collaboration between industry, academia, and public institutions. Through technical events, training sessions, research dissemination, and student engagement, the Chapter contributes to the development of energy-efficient, sustainable, and resilient buildings in Portugal.
The Chapter actively participates in regional and international initiatives, including conferences, workshops, and technical exchange.
As part of ASHRAE’s global network, the Portugal Chapter supports the Society’s overarching goals — to serve humanity and promote a sustainable world — by encouraging the adoption of innovative HVAC&R technologies, environmental responsibility, and high standards of professional ethics.
The Chapter actively participates in regional and international initiatives, including conferences, workshops, and technical exchanges with other ASHRAE Chapters, reinforcing Portugal’s position as a key contributor to the advancement of the built environment across Europe.
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