ASHRAE Research
Since 1960, ASHRAE has sponsored research studies at universities and research firms. The results of these studies have been used to prepare chapters in the ASHRAE Handbook series; as foundational material in special publications; in the formulation of standards; to train university students as they prepare for service in the HVAC&R industry; and to spread the knowledge gained through presentation at Society Conferences and publication in ASHRAE Transactions or conference proceedings.
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ASHRAE currently has 37 active research projects.
- The total value of all active projects is $5,183,600. The average duration is 20 months.
- Average cost: $143,988.
- Since 1959, ASHRAE has sponsored 1007 projects with a combined value of $87.9 million.
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Free Member Access to Research Project Final Reports
ASHRAE members receive an annual subscription to ASHRAE Research Reports, which includes over 600 Research Project Final Reports, as a benefit of membership.
- Nonmembers can subscribe to ASHRAE Research Reports for $199 USD annually. Subscribe
- Individual Reports are available for purchase in the ASHRAE Bookstore.
Information for TCs/TGs/MTGs Sponsoring Research
2019-2025 ASHRAE Research Strategic Plan
Disposition of ASHRAE Sponsored Research Results (Word Document)
Project Performance Form (Word Document)
Publication Topic Acceptance Request- Evaluation Form
Publication Topic Acceptance Request- Template
Publication WSP- Evaluation Form 2021
Publication WSP- Template 2021
Research Approval Process Flowchart (PDF)
Book Publication Paths (PTAR and Special Publications) Flowchart
Research Manual and Appendices (2022)
Research Topic Acceptance Request (RTAR) Form Template Word
Summary Sheet for Reporting Evaluation of Proposals Form (Word Document)
Support for Performing Literature Reviews (PDF)
TC/TRG/MTG/SSPC Important Dates and Deadlines
Work Statement Form (WS) Template PDF
Work Statement Form (WS) Template Word
Research Projects Bidding Page
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Research Proposal Guidelines
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Training
Project Monitoring Subcommittee (PMS) Training Module Video
Project Evaluation Subcommittee (PES) Training (2022)
Research Administration Committee Update Orlando 2025
How to Write a Successful RTAR or Work Statement (PowerPoint presentation)
Research & Technical Activities Reports
Research & Technical Activities Report Winter 2025
Access Research Project Final Reports
Related Research by Other Organizations
AHRTI Research
CIBSE
Research Administration Committee
2025 Winter Meeting Minutes (DRAFT)
2024 Fall Meeting Minutes (DRAFT)
2024 Annual Meeting Minutes
2024 Spring Meeting Minutes
2024 Winter Meeting Minutes, Chicago
2023 Annual Meeting Minutes
2023 Spring Meeting Minutes
2022 Fall Meeting Minutes
2022 Annual Conference, Toronto Minutes
2022 Winter Conference, Las Vegas Minutes
2022 Spring Teleconferences, Virtual Minutes
2021 Annual Conference, Virtual Minutes
2021 Winter Conference, Virtual Minutes
RAC Sponsored Seminars
Annual Conference Denver
Seminar 30 – Are We There Yet? A Review of the 2010-2018 Research Strategic Plan
Seminar 33 – How Can I Participate in the ASHRAE Research Program?
Research Manual
Research Manual and Appendices (2022)
Submitting RTAR/WS
Research Topic Acceptance Request (RTAR) Form Template Word
Important Links - PES
Summary Sheet for Reporting Evaluation of Proposals Form (Word Document)
Important Links - PMS
Project Performance Form (Word Document) - Used for Research projects under eval.
Important Links - Misc. Forms
ASHRAE Research Database
Research Approval Process Flowchart (PDF)
Disposition of ASHRAE Sponsored Research Results (Word Document)
Support for Performing Literature Reviews (PDF)
Research Grants and Awards
Access Information on Research Grants and Awards (updated 06/2024)