A Breath of Fresh Thinking
The air we breathe in large industrial work environments is often contaminated by pollutants, allergens, toxins, and more. And workplace air quality is an important issue to workers today. Workplace Air Quality Survey* Findings: ~75% of workers have concerns over the indoor air quality of their workplace. 89% of employees surveyed agreed workplace air quality […]
Environmental influence on transmission, 28 April 2020 (updated 2 May 2020)
SAGE – Environmental and Modelling Group Executive summary 1. We consider transmission through airborne, droplet and contact routes and consider the evidence relating to time spent in an environment, distance to the source (2 metres rule), transmission on surfaces and ventilation as a mitigating factor. This paper is based on evidence available as at 26 […]
Building Sustainability into Our New Headquarters
JPMorgan Chase is currently constructing a new headquarters building to meet the needs of our workforce decades into the future. Reflecting the growing need for healthy and sustainable buildings, the 1,388- foot, 60-story skyscraper is expected to be Manhattan’s first all-electric tower with net zero operational emissions. The design also considers indoor air quality and […]
Tristan Burmin: Meeting Greeks and the Future at Biowaves in Miami
Fancy meeting your fellow Greeks and Europeans in Miami? Biowaves is the place to go – a boutique all-inclusive health and fitness center in the heart of Miami for people with high demands and great expectations. Their fitness program is based on EMS (Electro Muscle Stimulation), which is a new way to work out without […]
The Budd Group Introduces Air Quality Program
The Budd Group introduced its BreatheWell air quality program. Consisting of air measurement, air purification and protective barrier coatings, BreatheWell offers a wholistic approach to improving indoor air quality (IAQ) and creating healthier indoor environments in schools, universities, offices and other types of facilities. “Removing common allergens, pollutants and odors from a facility’s air offers […]
8 Tips on How to Care for Your Prayer Plant (Infographic)
Prayer Plant (Maranta leuconeura) is a very popular houseplant with beautifully patterned leaves. It is also a fun houseplant to have at home because when it gets dark the leaves of your Prayer plant will roll-up. When you turn on the lights, the leaves will unroll and resume their regular flat position. It’s a lot […]
Foster + Partners Reveals Incredible Design for JPMorgan Chase
Photo: dbox / Foster + Partners Keeping sustainability at the forefront, Foster + Partners has revealed their design for the new JP Morgan Chase global headquarters in Manhattan. When completed, the 60-story skyscraper will be New York City’s largest all-electric tower with net-zero operational emissions. The state-of-the-art design incorporates outdoor space, a public plaza, and […]
Report shows Charleston rankings are improving for most harmful air pollutants | SC Climate and Environment News
A report issued by the American Lung Association showed improvement in Charleston’s rankings for some of the most harmful types of air pollution: particulate matter and ozone. But the pollution levels seen in Charleston can still harm the health of all residents, particularly children, older adults, pregnant women and those living with chronic diseases, said […]
Purafil Makes Corrosion Diagnosis Accessible With Launch of
DORAVILLE, Ga., May 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Purafil, the leader in gas phase filtration and corrosion control technology, announces the launch of its new website, corrosionmonitor.com. Purafil built the website to address growing corrosion control needs and to make it easier for customers to access the solutions they need. Damage caused by corrosion is […]
Energy Adviser: More attic insulation can pile on savings
Looking to make your home more comfortable and efficient? The best place to begin may be hanging just above you. “Adding insulation to the attic and sealing air leaks around light fixtures are among the most effective and affordable ways to lower heating and cooling costs and improve personal comfort in an older home,” said […]