New measures to improve indoor air quality (IAQ) welcomed by BESA
New measures to improve ventilation, indoor air quality (IAQ), and tackle overheating as part of revisions to the Building Regulations are welcomed by BESA The proposed changes will come in next June and aim to reduce carbon whilst offering improved IAQ in both residential and commercial buildings. In order to meet the requirements of the […]
SafeTraces deploys anti-COVID aerosol tech to detect risky buildings
PLEASANTON — SafeTraces hopes to lend an assist to the wide-ranging battle against the coronavirus by deploying aerosol-based technologies to identify risky buildings imperiled by hazardous air circulation. The biotech company’s liquid aerosol system uses DNA markers and software analysis to help property owners determine whether poor ventilation and air circulation might be allowing virus-like […]
12 New Year’s Resolutions for a Healthier, Happier Home in 2022
Looking to make some changes at home this new year? From using less energy to upping your home decor game, here are 12 resolutions for a happier and healthier home in 2022. 1. Declutter. First on the list: declutter! Go room by room or even break your work into smaller areas like a closet or […]
Public procurement professionals adapt to the changing and challenging times ahead
This article originally appeared in the Q4 issue of Government Procurement. The recent pandemic demonstrated the importance of supply chain management, as well as the need for flexibility in adapting to changing demands and inventory. Public procurement teams rose to the challenge of the pandemic by leveraging their knowledge, partnerships with suppliers and collaboration across […]
The End of the End of the Pandemic
Dec. 21, 2021 Many co-op and condo boards relaxed enforcement of their COVID-19 protocols last summer when “post-pandemic” optimism was at its peak. Then came the Delta variant, and now comes the Omicron variant. So much for the end of the pandemic. Although the high vaccination rates in New York City have protected most of […]
Port Authority installing air purification devices in buses and light-rail cars | News | Pittsburgh
click to enlarge CP Photo: Kaycee Orwig Riders standing on a Port Authority bus Anxieties about riding public transportation have risen during the pandemic, with fears about transit vehicles being vectors for spreading COVID-19. Studies have shown, however, that buses and trains are not extra risky for transmissions. Experts hope this data will reassure those […]
BESA encourages households to improve indoor air quality this Christmas
The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has launched a campaign to encourage people to improve indoor air quality in their homes over Christmas As the UK continues to prepare for Christmas whilst battling the threat of Omicron, there are concerns regarding the number of people mixing indoors over the festive period. A poll of 2,000 […]
What Causes Indoor Air Pollution?
There are many sources of indoor air pollution. Some are easily recognizable because of their smell, while others are less obvious. For example, mold, which is a fungus, can cause a variety of health issues, including respiratory problems. The mold spores latch onto damp surfaces, causing the fungus to grow and digest the materials it […]
How to Measure Indoor Air Quality
Many people are not sure how to measure indoor air quality, so it’s important to know how the different elements affect it. For example, particulate matter, which is a mixture of liquid droplets and solid particles, is an indicator of how well the air inside a building is oxygenated. It’s a surrogate for air quality […]
Is Air Quality Worse in Winter?
In general, a person’s air quality will be worse in the winter months than it is in the summer. This is due to two factors: summer air is relatively dense and can carry pollutants away from the ground easily. In contrast, winter air is very cold and dense. When this happens, the warm air gets […]