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Discussions with tag 'Indoor Air Quality'

Webinar: IAQ Strategies for Healthy Buildings, June 15, 1 pm CT

by samanthaklein // Intern

The COVID-19 pandemic has not only radically changed how we live, but has brought indoor air quality to the forefront. IAQ has never been more important than it is right now when it comes to the healt

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Healthy Building,High Performance,Indoor Air Quality,built environment

0 replies | 878 views | Posted on: 06/04/2022 | Last updated: 06/04/2022

Green California Schools and Community College Summit, Hybrid Event in Pasadena, California and Online, October 18

by Jonathan // Sustainability Coordinator

The Green California Schools and Community Colleges Summit will be held both virtually (on-line), and in person at the Pasadena Conference Center from 8am to 4:30pm on October 18th.

The Summit is a

Zero VOC Germ Killing Paint | Benjamin Moore Eco Spec Paint (Video)

by samanthaklein // Intern

 

Are you deciding on a new wall color for your next room renovation? There's more to consider than simply the aesthetic. You may have heard that some harsh chemicals in paints may neg

Filed under: Green Living

Keywords: Indoor Air Quality,Paint Technology,VOCs

0 replies | 1746 views | Posted on: 07/14/2022 | Last updated: 12/13/2022

Build a Better House Training: Foundations Course, January 27, in Auburn, Maine, and Online

by samanthaklein // Intern

During the Maine Indoor Air Quality Council, participants will learn how to optimize energy efficiency measures as well as minimize the risk of moisture and indoor air quality problems in new and exis

Filed under: Events

Keywords: Indoor Air Quality,Maine Indoor Air Quality Council,Foundation

0 replies | 632 views | Posted on: 01/03/2023 | Last updated: 01/03/2023

Build a Better House Training: Building Shell Course, February 3, Auburn, ME, 7:30am-5:30pm ET

by samanthaklein // Intern

During the Maine Indoor Air Quality Council, participants will learn how to optimize energy efficiency measures as well as minimize the risk of moisture and indoor air quality problems in new and exis

Filed under: Events

Keywords: Indoor Air Quality,Maine Indoor Air Quality Council,Building Shell

0 replies | 270 views | Posted on: 01/03/2023 | Last updated: 01/03/2023

Build a Better House Training: HVAC Course, February 10, Auburn, ME, 7:30am-5:30pm ET

by samanthaklein // Intern

During the Maine Indoor Air Quality Council, participants will learn how to optimize energy efficiency measures as well as minimize the risk of moisture and indoor air quality problems in new and exis

Filed under: Events

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,HVAC,Indoor Air Quality,Maine Indoor Air Quality Council

0 replies | 205 views | Posted on: 01/03/2023 | Last updated: 01/03/2023

Build a Better House Training: Renovations Course, February 17, Auburn, ME, 7:30am-5:30pm ET

by samanthaklein // Intern

During the Maine Indoor Air Quality Council, participants will learn how to optimize energy efficiency measures as well as minimize the risk of moisture and indoor air quality problems in new and exis

Filed under: Events

Keywords: Renovation,Indoor Air Quality,Maine Indoor Air Quality Council

0 replies | 307 views | Posted on: 01/03/2023 | Last updated: 01/03/2023

Why everyone is confused about gas and electric cooktops

by Matt Hoots // SawHorse Design + Build

Twenty years ago, I promoted gas appliances to my clients as the best option.  Gas was and is much better at heating the pot than electric options.  As a green builder, I ensured that t

Filed under: Induction Cooktops

Keywords: Indoor Air Quality,IAQ,Electrification,Induction,Induction Cooking,Cooking,Gas Stoves,Gas Cooktops,Electric Cooktops,Kitchens

0 replies | 2484 views | Posted on: 01/23/2023 | Last updated: 04/10/2023

Top 5 reason induction cooking is safer than cooking with gas

by Matt Hoots // SawHorse Design + Build

Induction cooking is superior to gas in many ways, and manufacturers are realizing this and adapting according. In 2021, Zline added induction cooktops to their appliance offerings. When I met them in

Filed under: Induction Cooktops

Keywords: Health,Indoor Air Quality,IAQ,Electrification,Safety,Induction,Induction Cooking,Cooking,Gas Cooktops,Kitchens

0 replies | 2202 views | Posted on: 02/23/2023 | Last updated: 04/10/2023

The Benefits of Induction Cooking, with SHARP Home Technologies

by Rate It Green Team

 

Why go with an induction stove? Green Builder Matt Hoots had the opportunity at the International Builders show to discuss the benefits of induction technology with Peter Weedfald with S

Filed under: Induction Cooktops

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Health,Indoor Air Quality,IAQ,Safety,Induction,Induction Cooking,Cooking,Electrification,Kitchens

0 replies | 2118 views | Posted on: 02/25/2023 | Last updated: 04/13/2023

Clean Vapor Becomes a Land Science Certified Applicator

by Rate It Green Team

Rate It Green Gold Company Member Clean Vapor has become a certified spray-applied barrier applicator for the Land Science family of products. Adding spray-applied vapor barriers continu

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Keywords: Indoor Air Quality,IAQ,Radon,vapor intrusion,soil gas,soil gasses,Clean Vapor,Control layers

0 replies | 465 views | Posted on: 04/20/2023 | Last updated: 04/28/2023

USGBC Virginia Webinar: Healthcare and Sustainable Buildings, October 11, 10 am EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Dive into the opportunities of healthcare-focused buildings to reduce emissions and waste, improving their ability to serve the communities in which they are located with the USGBC Virginia community.

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Healthy Building,Social Equity,Indoor Air Quality,Healthcare

0 replies | 371 views | Posted on: 09/26/2023 | Last updated: 09/26/2023

Free HVAC Systems Webinar: Load Calculations, Equipment Selection, System Airflow and Layout, November 2, 9 am PT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Improved design, installation and commissioning practices lead to a dramatic improvement in building energy consumption, indoor air quality, and comfort. There are six performance factors that can be

Filed under: Webinars

California Green Building

Keywords: HVAC,California,Residential Construction,Indoor Air Quality,Ventilation Systems

0 replies | 509 views | Posted on: 10/07/2023 | Last updated: 10/07/2023

Free Webinar: The Latest Science on WUI Fires and the Built Environment, November 6, 12 pm EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

What is the impact of wildfires in the wildland urban interface (WUI) on the indoor environment? Empowered with the stewardship of occupant health, safety and welfare, building and design professional

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Resilience,Indoor Air Quality,built environment,wildfire

0 replies | 389 views | Posted on: 10/07/2023 | Last updated: 10/07/2023

Automatic Bath Fan Sensors Reduce Humidity, Pollutants, and Odors

by Rate It Green Team



As Green Builder Matt Hoots of Sawhorse, Inc. points out, most people don’t use ventilation properly.  Exhaust fans can be a missed opportunity for improving Indoor air quality, or IAQ,

Filed under: Fans

Keywords: Indoor Air Quality,IAQ,Bathrooms,Ventilation,Humidity,Kitchens,Bath fans,Kitchen Fans,Exhaust fans,Pollutants

0 replies | 210 views | Posted on: 03/23/2024 | Last updated: 03/25/2024

Remote Hood Exhaust Fan Retrofit Delivers Significant Noise Reduction

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Sometimes, a smaller targeted project can be the best project! I am excited to report that we just completed a retrofit to install a remote hood fan for our kitchen exhaust hood, and it instantly made

Filed under: Fans

Keywords: Indoor Air Quality,Fans,IAQ,Ventilation,Kitchens,Exhaust fans,Hoods,Exhaust hoods

0 replies | 384 views | Posted on: 03/23/2024 | Last updated: 03/25/2024

Smart Exhaust Controls - Sensors Improve Garage and Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)

by Rate It Green Team


"There are good garages and bad garages…” according to Green Builder Matt Hoots of Sawhorse, Inc.  And in the good ones, we breathe better air! 
 
Matt rev

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Keywords: HVAC,Air Quality,Indoor Air Quality,Automation,Ventilation,Garage,Garages,Sensors,Fans

0 replies | 200 views | Posted on: 03/25/2024 | Last updated: 03/25/2024

DIY Solar Power Fan Installation - Reduce Shed Heat and Stagnant Air

by Rate It Green Team


A solar powered fan is a great and simple idea to remove excess heat from a shed. And this is a Scout project in addition, where (with supervision), the kids can get involved and learn as well.

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Keywords: Air Quality,Indoor Air Quality,Fans,IAQ,Ventilation,DIY,heat,Exhaust fans

0 replies | 240 views | Posted on: 03/25/2024 | Last updated: 03/25/2024