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CDP – Certified Decarbonization Professional Certification

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Earn a CDP Certification

The CDP certification program validates competency of the decarbonization professional to do the following: 

Assess, analyze, and develop effective and sustainable strategies that reduce/eliminate the life-cycle carbon footprint of new and existing buildings.

NEW! Apply by Jan. 7 to sit for CDP exam on Feb. 7 at 3:00 p.m. (EST) at the 2025 ASHRAE Winter Conference

  • CDP Advantage ▼

    Key Dates

    • Apply anytime
    • Sit for the CDP exam at any of ASHRAE’s 1,000+ test center locations worldwide.
    • CDP exam result released immediately upon conclusion of exam.

    Why Pursue the ASHRAE CDP?

    • Elevate your reputation and career opportunities >> See survey data.
    • Demonstrate to peers, employers and building owners competency in critical building decarbonization knowledge and skills >> See who’s a CDP
    • The CDP digital badge guarantees enhanced recognition.
  • Check Eligibility ▼

    Eligibility Checklist

      • Education and Work Experience
      • Code of Ethics
      • Pass CDP Certification Exam

    Download a Candidate Guidebook to learn more. 

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    Key Policies

    Review key policies related to Request for Special Accommodations, Impartiality, Certification Complaint Process, Appeal of Certification Denial, and Guidelines for Suspending, Withdrawing or Reducing the Scope of Certification.

    Questions?

    These Certification FAQs can help. Please call 678-539-1105 or email with any additional questions.

  • Apply Now ▼

    APPLY NOW

    Application Fees

    ASHRAE Member: $495
    ASHRAE Developing Economies Member: $295
    Non-member: $745
    Corporate Group: Email Tim Kline or call 678-539-1181 for a quote.

    Note: Non-native English speakers may apply to receive an additional 30 minutes of testing time.

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    Questions?

    To learn more about the CDP advantage please call 678-539-1105 or email with any additional questions.

  • Testing ▼

    ASHRAE offers certification examination year-round.

    Approved Certification Candidates may schedule their  computer-based exam at any one of over 1,000  test center locations worldwide.

    Exciting news!  Apply by Jan. 7 to sit for an ASHRAE certification exam on Feb. 7 at 3:00 p.m. (EST) in Orlando, Florida in conjunction with the 2025 ASHRAE Winter Conference, 

    Questions?

    These Certification FAQs can help. Please email or call 678-539-1105 with any additional questions.

  • Get Exam Ready▼

    Get CDP exam ready by following these few, easy steps:

    Requesting an Extension

    To request a 45-day extension of the 90-day deadline to schedule and take an exam, candidates must submit an application at least five business days prior to the end of the 90-day deadline. The administrative fee to initiate the extension is $50.00.

    APPLY FOR EXTENSION

    Questions?

    These Certification FAQs can help. Please call 678-539-1105 or email with any additional questions.

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