Effects of Indoor Humidity
One of the functions of an energy recovery ventilator (ERV) is to lower the humidity entering the home in a hot, humid climate. To understand the true benefits of indoor humidity control, it is important to understand humidity and the effects it has on the body....Ventilation IAQ
Spring has sprung and pollen is in the air! It’s during this time of year that we focus on allergies and asthma and the air in our homes. We start to open the windows to let the fresh air in, and we start to sneeze. With the increased focus on IAQ, ventilation has...Reducing Spring Allergies in an Energy-efficient Home
The arrival of spring for many of us signals a return to the garden and hiking trails. Unfortunately, for some, it also signals the return of seasonal allergy symptoms. Pollen counts are currently at medium to high levels in most of the United States. Tree pollens,...The Solar Decathlon Europe 2014
The Solar Decathlon Europe 2014 is an international academic architectural competition. To participate in the Solar Decathlon, universities and schools around the world compete to build a fully functional, full-scale house that uses only the sun as its source of...