U.S. Department of Energy Study Highlights Energy Savings Potential of Sorbent Ventilation Technology™
WESTWOOD, Mass., March 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — enVerid Systems, the leader in sustainable indoor air quality (IAQ) solutions, announced today that its sorbent air cleaning technology for HVAC load reduction has been validated by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) High Impact Technology (HIT) Catalyst program. The validation comes after field testing of enVerid’s HVAC Load Reduction® (HLR®) modules […]
Skyline Services, Inc. offers the best house cleaning services in Madison, WI
Skyline Solutions is dedicated to providing the Madison region with healthy and clean surroundings. They provide free estimates and reasonable pricing for their expert cleaning services for residences and businesses. Skyline Clean is a residential cleaning company that takes pride in its work. They are experts in house cleaning services and offer their clients a […]
Study Shows Antimicrobial Air Filters Can Kill COVID-19 Particles In 30 Seconds
The study details the risk of contracting airborne illnesses — in this case, COVID-19 — while on public transportation that uses air conditioners with recycled air. Of particular note, the researchers cite data that showed substantially higher rates of respiratory infections among people in the UK who traveled on a bus or tram within a […]
Why ventilation and filtration won’t make indoor air COVID-free
In the White House’s National COVID-19 Preparedness Plan plan, within the “Clean Air in Buildings Checklist,” lurks a risky landmine: “ventilation and filtration.” That approach, the latest proposed “Operation Warp Speed,” is incompatible with most public building ventilation systems, would be expensive, noisy, windy, and worst of all, won’t adequately disinfect the air. Far superior, cheaper, […]
4 Top Digital Trends Changing Facility Management
You may have noticed increased adoption rates of facility management technology among your peers. Many professionals realize that carefully chosen technology could positively impact their workflows. Here are some of the digital trends shaping the sector now and likely to affect it in the future. 1. IoT sensors provide more visibility and control People are […]
New IPCC report underscores importance of rapid emissions reductions – Clean Air Task Force
David McCabe Recently, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released its Working Group II report, the latest in a long line of reports that illustrate the urgent need for climate action. The accelerating human and natural impacts of the warming climate – impacts that are hardest-hitting for the most vulnerable, and outpacing efforts to […]
Apply for Infectious Disease Prevention Training Funds from OSHA
The coronavirus pandemic has left the majority of North Americans feeling anxious about entering buildings they believe may have poor indoor air quality (IAQ), according to a new survey from Ambius. The survey of 3,000 U.S. and Canadian adults discovered that 76% would consider joining the “Great Resignation” if their employees did not guarantee wellness […]
IoT News | How demand control ventilation could make better indoor air and increase energy savings in buildings
Smarter buildings are about more than comfort Having been in the building industry for over 30 years, I can tell you that it’s one of the slowest industries to see change. For decades, heating and cooling have been some of the greatest innovations that have allowed us to conquer environments that are difficult to live […]
Chevron Phillips Chemical Agreement with DOJ Over Pollution Violations to Cost $118M
By Denny Jacob The Department of Justice said Wednesday that Chevron Phillips Chemical Co. has agreed to make upgrades and perform compliance measures estimated to cost $118 million to resolve allegations that it violated the Clean Air Act and state air pollution control laws at three petrochemical manufacturing facilities. Chevron Phillips will also pay a […]
Study Reports Hundreds of Methane Gas Leaks in D.C.
Hundreds of active methane gas leaks from pipes sustained by the Washington Gas Company throughout the District have been revealed, according to a study released by Beyond Gas DC. The Beyond Gas DC report said neighborhood researchers who belong to organizations such as the District’s chapter of the Sierra Club or the civic umbrella group, […]