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Welcome Message

Dear ASHRAE members and Partners

It is with great honor and excitement that I extend a warm welcome to you all as the General Chair of the ASHRAE Region XIII CRC 2025 in Suwon, S. Korea. It is a privilege to stand before you and inaugurate this gathering of remarkable minds dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge in the field of HVAC&R and energy systems in buildings and urban environments. This conference represents more than just a congregation of experts. It is a testament to the relentless curiosity and commitment that drives us to understand the intricacies of HVAC systems and energy systems in buildings. This conference will serve as a platform for in-depth discussions on these crucial topics. ASHRAE has been at the forefront of promoting sustainable development in the HVAC&R industry. We are thrilled to have you join us as we delve into the sustainable development of the built environment, with a focus on enhancing the efficiency of HVAC and building energy systems, including the building envelope. As we embark on this journey together, I am confident that we will explore uncharted territories, discover novel insights, and forge lasting collaborations. We hope this conference plays a pivotal role in advancing the efficiency of HVAC and building energy systems. Your participation and insights are invaluable in making this conference a success.

I would like to extend my heartfelt appreciation to our chapter members in Region XIII, Esteemed Society officers, sponsors, and partners for their unwavering support and dedication in bringing this conference to fruition. Your hard work and commitment to excellence have set the stage for what promises to be a memorable and intellectually enriching event.

Thank you for joining us on this exciting conference. I look forward to the intellectual adventures that await us.

CRC 2025 General Chair JaeHan Lim (Ewha W. Univ.)

Organizing
Committee

Sub-Committee Name Affiliation
General Chair Jae-Han Lim Ewha Womans University
Vice Chairman Kwang Ho Lee Korea University
Secretary Woong June Chung Gachon University
Treasurer Dong Hwa Kang University of Seoul
Publicity Jinyoung Lee HIMEC
Seong-Hwan Yi Ventilation Institute of Korea Ltd
Jong Rim Jung Sahm Shin Engineers Inc
Jaehoon Chung CNI ENGINEERING CO. Ltd.
Technical Seminar Woong June Chung Gachon University
Sungmin Yoon Sungkyunkwan University
Accommodation Jaewan Joe Inha University
Venue Hongwook Kim ABLE ENERGY
Attendance Sung Lok Do Hanbat National University
Registration Younghoon Kwak University of Seoul
Hospitality Yujin Nam Pusan National University
Min-Hwi Kim Korea Institute of Energy Research
Student Program Hyunwoo Lim Konkuk University
Spouse program Joowook Kim Chosun University
Banquet Dinner Kwang Ho Lee Korea University
Jinkyun Cho Hanbat National University
Advisor Minki Sung Sejong University
Jae-Weon Jeong Hanyang University
Young Il Kim Seoul National University of Science and Technology

Brief history

ASHRAE Region XIII
CRC 2025

ASHRAE Region XIII Chapters Regional Conferences(CRCs) have been held each August every year and offer a wonderful opportunity for chapters and members to meet, interact, and socialize on a regional level. These conferences offer workshops, technical sessions, technical tours, addresses by Society officers and staff, and regional award presentations. This CRC provide an effective local option for many members to actively participate in regional activities.

Brief history

2024 ~ 2011

Studio City, Cotai, Macau

Evergreen Laurel Hotel, Taichung, Taiwan 長榮桂冠酒店(台 中)

Waseda University, Tokyo, Japan (Hybrid Meeting)

Fairmont Hotel, Jakarta, Indonesia (Hybrid)

Virtual Conference

Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa 吉隆坡雙威度假酒店, Selangor, Malaysia

Crowne Plaza Hong Kong Kowloon East, Hong Kong

Hilton Singapore Hotel, Singapore

Centara Grand at Central Ladprao, Bangkok, Thailand

New World Hotel Makati City, Manila, Philippines

Howard Plaza Hotel, Taipei, Taiwan

Pullman Hotel Central Park, Jakarta, Indonesia

Royale Chulan Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Kowloon Shangri-la Hotel, Hong Kong

2010 ~ 1998

Holiday Inn Atrium, Singapore

Swissotel Le Concorde, Bangkok, Thailand

SMX Convention Center, Manila, Philippines

Howard Plaza Hotel, Taipei, Taiwan

Malaysia (Sunway Lagoon Resort Hotel)

Hong Kong

Novotel Apolllo Hotel. Singapore

Bangkok, Thailand

Manila Midtown Hotel, Manila, Philippines

Howard Plaza Hotel, Taipei, Taiwan

Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Kowloon Shangri-La Hotel, Hong Kong

1st CRC : Trader’s Hotel, Singapore

Formation of ASHRAE Region XIII, 1998 ASHARE Annual Meeting in Toronto, Canada