Indoor air quality is becoming a core indicator of how well a building performs. As expectations rise around comfort, energy use, and operational clarity, 2026 will be a year when IAQ is measured more precisely and managed more intelligently. These shifts reflect...
Beyond Compliance: Why Meeting Ventilation Standards Is Only the Start
Building codes and ventilation standards set an essential baseline for occupant safety. They define the minimum. But minimums do not guarantee meaningful outcomes, especially when air quality fluctuates throughout the day based on occupancy, outdoor conditions, or...
The Hidden Tool Every Client Needs: The IAQ Assessment
In every project phase, from concept to commissioning, consultants are tasked with making buildings perform better. But amid the visible improvements in lighting, layout, and finishes, one of the most powerful tools for performance remains unseen: the air. ...
Refreshing Your Approach to Occupancy
Why It’s Time to Rethink “Occupied” Hybrid schedules, flexible work patterns, and shifting comfort expectations have made occupancy one of the most dynamic variables in building performance. Yet many systems still operate on fixed schedules, with ventilation and...
Packed Offices, Underperforming Systems: The Overlooked IAQ Risk of Today’s Workplace
The pandemic reshaped corporate real estate. As remote work surged and office occupancy rates dropped, many organizations reevaluated their space needs. In an effort to cut costs and align with hybrid schedules, companies downsized square footage, consolidated...
Why Activated Carbon Filters Deserve a Bigger Role in IAQ Management
In the conversation about indoor air quality (IAQ), particulate filters often take center stage. But when it comes to tackling pollutants you can’t see or smell, activated carbon filters quietly do the heavy lifting. From volatile organic compounds (VOCs) to lingering...
The January 2025 LA Wildfires: A Call to Prioritize Indoor Air Quality
Southern California’s wildfires are a stark reminder of how quickly air quality can deteriorate. Fires like the Palisades Fire and Eaton Fire have sent smoke traveling hundreds of miles, impacting air quality as far as Nevada and Arizona. Wildfire smoke isn’t just a...
Sustainable Solutions Through Zoned Localized Air Purification: Enhancing HVAC’s Green Efforts
Sustainable Solutions Through Zoned Localized Air Purification: Enhancing HVAC's Green Efforts Sustainability has become a major focus in virtually every industry and the HVAC industry is no exception. As concerns about climate change and resource...
The HVAC Ventilation Dilemma: How to Solve for Wildfire Smoke
What you need to consider to safeguard your indoor air quality as wildfires become more frequent. In today's world, ensuring clean and healthy indoor air quality has become more crucial than ever, especially with the increasing prevalence of wildfires....










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