ASHRAE Journal
ASHRAE Journal is a monthly publication sent to members. The Journal articles provide peer-reviewed "need to know" information and thoughtful insight into the wide range of topics that influence building and system design, installation and operation.
Technology Portal
ASHRAE Technology Portal is a central body of knowledge for ASHRAE technology and research products. Your membership allows access to 1700+ journal articles published since 1997 and 600+ final reports from research projects published since 1958 (RP-12).
Handbook Online
During the first year of membership, new Member and Associate grade members receive complimentary access to ASHRAE Handbook Online. This subscription can be renewed as a member benefit at no cost or for just $33 when renewing membership if selected with the print edition.
Because of the high cost of printing and shipping the printed Handbook and for purposes of sustainability, ASHRAE asks you to consider receiving the searchable PDF of the Fundamentals Handbook as your benefit of membership this year. The Society appreciates your choosing not to receive the printed Handbook if you can use the electronic version instead.
High Performing Buildings Magazine
As a members you receive a free digital subscription to High Performing Buildings Magazine. The magazine presents practical solutions through case studies that include measured performance data and lessons learned through the design, construction and operation of today’s best-performing buildings measured through sustainability, efficiency and whole-building performance.
Science and Technology for the Built Environment
ASHRAE's journal for archival research is free to members. STBE is ASHRAE’s archival research publication offering comprehensive reporting of original research in science and technology. Access your subscription.
Shop the ASHRAE Online Bookstore
Shop the ASHRAE Bookstore to purchase ASHRAE Publications. Purchase Standards, Guidelines, Conference Papers, Design Guides, Electronic Products and more using your membership discount.
Building EQ Portal
ASHRAE's Building EQ Portal provides a quick energy analysis that benchmarks a building's energy performance. For an official Building EQ Performance Score to be reviewed and approved by ASHRAE, the project must be submitted by a credentialed user (BEAPs, BEMPs, and Professional/Chartered Engineers in the jurisdiction where the building is located). Credential users will also have access to several reports. There is a one-time set-up fee to verify credentials, which is only $15 for ASHRAE members.
Institute of Refrigeration (IOR) Technical Content
New! ASHRAE members can now join the Institute of Refrigeration (IOR) as an eAffiliate member with a special discounted partner membership fee to access even more technical resources from IOR. Learn More.
Notice to Members: ASHRAE Handbook Updates
The ASHRAE Handbook is the industry’s most valuable resource! With its breadth and worldwide distribution, the Handbook provides the opportunity for the entire HVAC&R industry have the same understanding of principles worldwide. Starting with the 2018 ASHRAE Handbook—Refrigeration, Handbook PDFs will be available for download from the ASHRAE Technology Portal, as the Handbook CD will no longer be manufactured or distributed. The PDF download includes the same information provided on the CD. Beginning June 1, you can sign in to the Technology Portal and download the entire volume or individual chapters of that year's handbook, using your ASHRAE member sign in credentials.
Upon renewal, eligible members (full dues paying Member and Associate Members) can select the following options:
Option 1: A Printed copy of the Handbook in either IP or SI units, Downloadable PDF for archival access.
Option 2: ASHRAE Handbook Online: membership year access to four-volume Handbook Online (I-P and SI units) with online-only features and PDF format for archival and offline access.
Option 3: For an additional charge, all formats of the ASHRAE Handbook including: a Printed copy in either IP or SI units, Downloadable PDF for archival access and access to the ASHRAE Handbook Online. Your Society Dues remittance must match your Handbook benefit selection. 1 Year: Additional $33; 2 Years: Additional $66; 3 Years: Additional $99
Developing Economy members will receive the Handbook as a downloadable PDF available by logging in with their member credentials to the ASHRAE Technology Portal. To receive the Handbook in print, or Handbook Online, participants in this program will need to upgrade to full dues paying Associate or Member grades while renewing their membership. Participants can also email membership@ashrae.org for more information or assistance.