Atlanta, Georgia: ASHRAE and the Institute of Refrigeration (IOR) have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), to formalise the organisations’ relationship, which dates back a century. The MoU, a press release issued by ASHRAE said, was signed by Tim Wentz, President of ASHRAE, Fellow ASHRAE, HDBP, and Stephen Gill, President of IOR, as part of the CIBSE ASHRAE Technical Symposium 2017 at Loughborough University on April 6.

According to the press release, the new MoU outlines how the two groups will work together more closely and with more defined parameters to continue furthering and promoting the advancements of cooling- and heating-related technologies. The MoU includes but is not limited to research; joint conferences and meetings; training and education programs; publication distribution and chapter collaboration, mentioned the press release.

As part of the agreement, the press release highlighted that ASHRAE and IOR will explore ways to make technical information more accessible to both memberships. The MoU, the press release further said, additionally places special focus on continuing to build and strengthen the organisations’ global networks through hosting a conference or meeting.

“Strengthening our relationship with IOR is a natural and obvious decision,” said Wentz. “Both organizations are committed to harnessing and adapting new technologies and research to create a future where the built environment is healthier, more comfortable and more energy efficient. The strides our organizations are making to produce a more sustainable world are exciting, and both ASHRAE and IOR are well poised to support each other’s objectives immediately and moving into the future. We are pleased to formalize our relationship with this MoU and look forward to continuing a long association with IOR.”

Gill added: “I am proud that we have refreshed the IOR and ASHRAE long-standing relationship through the signing of a new MoU, approved recently by both of our boards. This will underpin future collaborative work for both organizations. ASHRAE and IOR already share much of common interest in that both organizations represent a network of dedicated individuals who have a strong commitment to the advancement of our industry. We look forward to continuing to work closely together in the future, particularly in areas such as improving education and skills, disseminating technical publications and encouragement of improved standards – especially in refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump areas of expertise.”