EcoBuilding Pulse: Indoor Air Quality

Active House Enters Testing Phase

Thu, 9 May 2013 10:55:25 EST

Ultra-efficient and healthy home to be monitored for a year post-occupancy.

As Temperature Rise, So Do Health Risks

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 04:14:23 EST

Climate change will require paying more attention toindoor environmental quality.

Thinking About Dollars and Sense

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 08:47:09 EST

A personal lesson on the value of good indoor environmental quality goes a long way.

Energy Efficiency Upgrades Provide Many Opportunities to Improve Occupant Health

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 09:40:06 EST

Energy upgrades should include discussions of IAQ and health.

New Directions for Indoor Air Quality

Tue, 14 May 2013 02:21:08 EST

Vision 2020 chair Dr. Marilyn Black, founder of the Greenguard Environmental Institute, talks about the indoor environmental challenges we face today, and how we will solve them.

IAQ FAQ: What Builders Should Know

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 09:27:22 EST

A tight envelope may exacerbate indoor air quality problems, so what should you watch for?

The Balance of Systems

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:35:42 EST

Codes and Standards chair Sam Rashkin describes how new codes and evolving rating systems are addressing the "house-as-a-system" approach to performance.

The Future in Focus

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:54:56 EST

The immense challenges that face us are matched only by the opportunities they present.

Pushing Performance

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:35:40 EST

Systems thinking will take building science into the areas of air purification, rightsized HVAC components, and home energy management systems, says Building Systems Research chair Michael Dickens.

The Future of Healthy Housing

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:35:39 EST

The health benefits of green homes include reduced health care expenses, says Indoor Environmental chair David Jacobs.

The EPA to Provide $1.2 Million for Indoor Air Quality Projects

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 05:46:09 EST

Thirty-two state and local governments, tribes, and non-profit organizations will receive funds for their efforts to improve indoor air quality.

Clean Air Gaining Builder Traction

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:35:29 EST

At Nexus EnergyHomes, clean air is a key comportment of high-performance building.

Several IEQ Studies Under Way

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:35:28 EST

Researchers are looking at the effects of energy-efficient, healthy housing.

New AC System May Help Cool Global Warming

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:35:28 EST

New technology promises to revolutionize air-conditioning.

Product Review: Sustainable Interiors

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:54:33 EST

Interior designer Annette Stelmack explains the latest selection criteria for sustainable interiors and shares some of her favorite products.

New VOC-Free Paint Colorant

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:54:05 EST

Sherwin-Williams introduces zero-VOC ColorCast Eco Toners for tinting its latex and water-based paints.

EHDA Merit Award: Hacienda Ja Ja

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:53:45 EST

The compact footprint of this LEED-Platinum Texas home preserves existing live oak trees and promotes passive design.

A New SUNY School for Sustainable Interiors

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:35:11 EST

SUNY's Fashion Institute of Technology launches a Master's program in sustainable interior environments.

New Zealand Weatherization Program Reveals 90% Benefit in Health

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:35:10 EST

A new study finds health benefits for residents participating in an energy-saving program.

Case Study: Minnesota Housing Partnership

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:35:05 EST

Developer works with the National Center for Healthy Housing on green building research program.