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Indoor air quality

Pollution is not only outside. Indoor air quality refers to the condition of the air inside a building, which can be tainted by pollutants such as smoke, combustion fuel sources, and building materials and furnishings that offgas volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Proper ventilation can usually solve the problem, but without it, the air in a building can actually be worse than the air outside.

High levels of hazardous pollutants indoors can lead to sick building syndrome, respiratory problems such as asthma, and other health consequences. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends three strategies for improving indoor air quality: eliminating pollutant sources, improving ventilation, and using air-cleaning devices. All can help you breathe a little easier.

 

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