The International Solar Energy Society is a sponsor of the International Energy Agency’s (IEA’s) Solar Heating and Cooling (SHC) Programme. This development offers expanded opportunities for ISES members to participate in technical activities under the SHC Programme, and places ISES at the SHC table as a member of its Executive Committee.The Solar Heating and Cooling Programme was established in 1977, one of the first programmes of the International Energy Agency. The Programme's work is unique in that it is accomplished through the international collaborative effort of experts from Member countries, Sponsor organizations and the European Union.
http://www.iea-shc.org/