Why Join EVIA?

European Ventilation Industry Association (EVIA) is the voice of the European ventilation industry, representing manufacturers and national associations committed to advancing healthy indoor air, energy-efficient buildings, and sustainable ventilation solutions.

As a member, you join a community that actively shapes the future of ventilation in Europe through policy advocacy, technical collaboration, and direct engagement with EU policymakers.

Membership Categories

 

1. Full Membership

Scope and eligibility

Full Membership is available to manufacturers active in the ventilation and fan sector, as well as national ventilation associations.

Rights and benefits

Full Members:

  • Participate in all Policy Groups, Working Groups, and Task Forces
  • Have voting rights at the Annual General Meeting (AGM)
  • Are eligible for governance positions
  • Have access to the EVIA intranet and Microsoft Teams channels
  • May use the VPAT tool for compliant Residential Ventilation Units (RVUs)

2. Trial Membership

Scope and eligibility

Trial Membership is a four-month, invitation-only introductory membership available to organisations eligible for Full Membership; it is free of charge, granted upon Secretariat and Steering Committee approval, non-renewable, and convertible into Full Membership in accordance with Article 7 of the Internal Rules.

Rights and limitations

Trial Members may:

  • Participate in Policy Group Buildings
  • Participate in the National Associations Liaison Group (NALG)
  • Join selected Working Groups (subject to Chair approval)
  • Receive EVIA communications
  • Attend the open part of the AGM

Trial Members:

  • Have no voting rights
  • Are not eligible for governance positions
  • Do not have access to the intranet, Teams channels, internal documents, or Working Group slide decks

Obligation at the end of the trial period

At least 15 days before the end of the trial period, Trial Members must confirm whether they intend to apply for Full Membership.

3. Collaboration Partners

Scope and eligibility

The Partnership Category is intended for clearly defined non-member stakeholders whose activities are of a technical, academic, or institutional nature, and whose participation can support the objectives of European Ventilation Industry Association (EVIA) without affecting its member-driven governance.

Eligible Partner sub-categories include:

  • Accredited testing laboratories
  • Universities
  • Public research institutes
  • Notified Bodies

Lobbying firms, public affairs agencies, and broad commercial consultancy firms are excluded from this category, unless expressly decided otherwise by the Steering Committee.

Rights and limitations

Partners may:

  • Participate in EVIA Policy Groups and Working Groups
  • Attend EVIA social events
  • Attend the open part of the Annual General Meeting (AGM)
  • Receive the monthly EVIA newsletter
  • Be listed on the EVIA website under the Partners section
  • Receive two communication posts per year as part of EVIA marketing campaigns

Limitations:

  • Have no voting rights
  • Are not eligible for governance positions

Membership Benefits Overview

Advocacy & Policy Influence

Members benefit from:

  • Direct participation in shaping EU legislation, including EPBD, ESPR, ErP, IAQ, and Energy Efficiency initiatives
  • Access to the monthly Policy Report and continuous legislative monitoring

Technical Expertise

Members may:

  • Participate in expert Working Groups and Task Forces
  • Contribute to technical positions, consultations, and regulatory submissions

Visibility & Industry Impact

Members benefit from:

  • Company logo visibility on the EVIA website and communication materials
  • Eligibility to apply for the VPAT label for compliant Residential Ventilation Units (RVUs)

Networking

Members gain access to:

  • Collaboration with 40 manufacturers and 6 national associations across Europe
  • A trusted platform for peer exchange and sector-wide coordination

How to Join?

Full Membership application procedure

  1. Contact the EVIA Secretariat at secretariat@evia.eu
  2. Eligibility check by the Secretariat
  3. Application review by the Steering Committee
  4. Admission in accordance with Article 7 of the EVIA Statutes

Trial Membership

Trial Membership is invitation-only and may be activated upon Steering Committee approval.