ASHRAE and WFI sign MoU

ASHRAE and the World Filtration Institute (WFI) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to formalise how the two organisations will work cooperatively on common public affairs initiatives.

Both organisations address critical challenges in the industry, and the agreement will leverage the strengths of each to find solutions that benefit the global community.

The WFI is a global not-for-profit organisation dedicated to propelling the filtration and separation industry towards a cleaner and more sustainable future.

ASHRAE President M Dennis Knight says ASHRAE is pleased to establish this collaboration with the WFI.

“This agreement signifies our mutual commitment to advancing sustainability, fostering innovation and establishing global standards,” he says. “Together, ASHRAE and WFI will work to enhance the built environment by championing energy efficiency, decarbonisation, resilience, and improved indoor air quality.”

The MoU includes consistent leadership communication to:

• Ensure ongoing advancement of collaborative projects
• Keep each respective organisation informed of major initiatives
• Discuss new opportunities for collaboration. 

In addition to these communication goals, ASHRAE’s and WFI’s specific areas of potential collaboration include advocacy, conferences and meetings, research, publications, education and technical activities coordination.

WFI President Dr Christine Sun says the partnership underscores a shared commitment to tackling global challenges through innovative filtration solutions and sustainable practices.