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The ASHRAE Northwest Florida Chapter was chartered in April 1978. It has grown and become and integral part of the HVAC&R Industry in the Northwest Florida Panhandle. We invite you to join us and see old friends and help us to welcome the new comers to our chapter!
ASHRAE, founded in 1894, is a global society 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.
This years President for Society is Sarah E. Maston, P.E., BCxP, LEED AP 2026-27 ASHRAE President. Please visit the link below to be a part of her initiative in ASHRAE.
ASHRAE President
ASHRAE's CORE VALUES
Excellence: 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.
Commitment: ASHRAE and its members are passionate about serving the built environment, creating value, and recognizing the accomplishments of others.
Integrity: 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.
Collaboration: ASHRAE seeks and embraces collaborative efforts with organizations, agencies, and individuals sharing our commitment to sustainable built environments.
Volunteerism: Members lead ASHRAE at every level, serving ASHRAE and helping ASHRAE serve society.
Diversity: ASHRAE is committed to providing a welcoming environment. Our culture is one of inclusiveness, acknowledging the inherent value and dignity of each individual.
