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ASHRAE Center of Excellence for
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ASHRAE Center of Excellence IEQ

The ASHRAE Center of Excellence in Indoor Environmental Quality (CE IEQ) provides strategic leadership to advance IEQ across ASHRAE and globally for healthy indoor environments. The newly formed Standing Committee drives thought leadership by identifying emerging IEQ issues, coordinating collaboration with complementary organizations, and provide clear guidance in IEQ standards-related resources. A core focus is the development of a Society-wide IEQ Roadmap that aligns priorities, milestones, standards, education, and advocacy through credible, science-based information. Near-term efforts emphasize expediting IEQ standards and harmonizing IEQ activities across ASHRAE. Through these actions, the ASHRAE CE IEQ is positioning our Society to lead and accelerate the achievement of a healthy and sustainable built environment for all.

Strategic Planning Summary

Summary of the 2026 CE IEQ strategic planning priorities.

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Strategic Planning Slides

Presentation outlining roadmap development and IEQ priorities.

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2026–27 Committee Roster

Committee members for
the CE IEQ.

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IEQ Video Series

2025-26 ASHRAE Society President Bill McQuade invites us to rethink what makes a building truly healthy. In this new video series, we’ll explore how indoor air quality, thermal comfort, acoustics, lighting, water, and energy efficiency all play critical roles in our health and productivity. It's not just about shelter—it's about creating environments that help us thrive.

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Checklist Icon Now Available!
O&M Best Practice Checklists are now available for the following topics.
Acoustics | IAQ | Lighting | Thermal Comfort | Water

Explore Key Topics on Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ)


Water


Commissioning


IAQ


Thermal Comfort


Key Economic and Justification Factors


Microbiomes


Acoustics


Lighting


Assessment


IEQ Roles		 Click to learn about the various roles that must collaborate to support Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ), and the level of involvement each one brings to the process. 

📌ASHRAE announces Seed Document RFP for the development of New Standard – BSR/ASHRAE Standard 235P, Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) in Buildings

ASHRAE is pleased to solicit proposals for the development of a New Standard – BSR/ASHRAE Standard 235P, Standard for Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) in Buildings to establish a comprehensive framework for evaluating and supporting acceptable IEQ across buildings. It will address multiple environmental factors – such as air quality, thermal conditions, lighting, acoustics, and building or system characteristics that influence occupant health, well-being, and performance. If you intend to submit a proposal, please notify Leigh Lain Walker, by Monday, June 29th, 2026 via email (lwalker@ashrae.org) so that any late or additional information on the RFP may be furnished to you prior to the final bid deadline of Monday, July 13, 2026. Click here to learn more and access the full RFP.

Other Resources

Infection Control Resources

Explore the newest addition to ASHRAE’s IEQ Resource: Infection Control. This page brings together resources, guidance documents, and reference materials to help building professionals, facility managers, and engineers learn about infection control in the built environment.  

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Healthier Workplaces & Schools eBooks, Second Edition
Free eBook on different approaches to help mitigate the risk of spreading airborne infectious diseases depending on your workplace setting. 

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Tech Hour #9:  IEQ – Codes, Impact on People, and Considerations

Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) in buildings directly impacts human health, well-being, and performance. These conditions are a major part of how people experience the buildings that we inhabit, but they are currently minimally codified and rarely commissioned. This seminar will highlight how indoor air quality, thermal comfort, lighting, and acoustics can affect building occupants. Learn how existing codes and guidelines can be used to design and construct better buildings to serve the community, where research has identified areas to optimize the performance to meet the needs and expectations of the building occupants, and how you can help construct high-performance spaces.

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