The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) have entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) detailing ways in which the organizations can work together to advance and promote built environment codes and standards.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced the release of the third installment in a series of four 50 percent Advanced Energy Design Guides (AEDGs). This latest guide is intended to help architects, engineers, and contractors design and build highly efficient retail buildings.

The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) noted that as the role of HVACR has progressed to incorporate many facets of building design, construction, and operation, ASHRAE has changed as well. Thus, the Society has announced an evolution of its brand to reflect those changes.

Scheduled Jan. 23-25 events at the 2012 AHR Expo in Chicago.

Attendees at the 2012 ASHRAE Winter Conference will have the chance to discuss and examine the latest topics in the building industry, participate in technical tours, attend ASHRAE Learning Institute courses, earn professional credits, and obtain ASHRAE certifications.

Guidance on increasing energy efficiency in existing buildings through measuring and tracking efficiency and implementing an efficiency plan is featured in a new book, Energy Efficiency Guide for Existing Commercial Buildings: Technical Implementation.

Designers of systems for a university building, a cancer center, an ice rink, and other commercial building have been recognized by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) for incorporating elements of innovative building design.