World energy consumption is projected to expand by 50% from 2005 to 2030, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

Now, consider that buildings represent 40% of primary energy use and you’ll see that the future of sustainable engineering in HVAC&R systems is vital to the future of the planet.

What is the SmartStart program?

Simply put, it’s the best way for ASHRAE student
members to continue receiving the many member
benefits of ASHRAE after finishing college.

How does it work?

1. The first year out of college annual membership
   is still only $20.
2. Then it is only $50 for the second year and $50
   for the third year.
3. You save up to $420 and get three years of membership for $120. ($20-$50-$50) 

When you transfer from Student Membership to Regular Membership you gain access to the following essential ASHRAE member benefits:

• The ASHRAE Handbook — the indispensable, industry-wide resource for all HVAC&R professionals
• ASHRAE Journal — this monthly resource is the most trusted technical magazine in the HVAC&R community
• High Performing Buildings — the quarterly magazine for innovation in building technology design and operation (electronic version only)
• ASHRAE Insights — the monthly newsletter of key Society news and activities
• HVAC Industry News — a weekly news resource keeping ASHRAE members abreast of the latest industry news and information
• Access to more than 300 of the industry’s leading technical publications
• Access to online education, satellite broadcasts and professional education classes
• Online training
• Professional certification 
• Critical industry research
• Tremendous networking opportunities through chapters and committees
• Career Services

Jeremy Dreiling, Colorado
M.S. & B.S. in Architectural Engineering, Kansas State University

Advice to students
Get involved today! Being active in ASHRAE provides opportunities for professional and personal growth through technical committees and the endless number of leadership roles from the local to international level.

Panya Porter, North Carolina
B.S. in Architectural Engineering with HVAC Emphasis, North Carolina A&T State University

Advice to students
Just get involved. It’s like a financial investment with low risk and a high rate of return. Even if you don’t understand all the benefits now, the value will be clearer the further you progress in your career. You’ll reap the rewards in the future.

Martin Nolan – New York
Occupation: Mechanical Engineer

School: The City College of New York
It’s very important to understand that your choice of career has a lot to do with the non-engineering aspects. If you want to know what the life is like, get involved.

Julia Keen – Kansas
Occupation: Assistant Professor of Architectural Engineering and Construction Science; Independent Consultant and Business Owner

School: Kansas State University
 My involvement in ASHRAE has been one of the most important things I have done for my professional growth and advancement.

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