Health woes tied to low air flow

Journal Article · Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 1984 · Energy User News; (United States)

OSTI ID:5945824

Barber, J

Occupants in buildings with heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems which limit fresh air flow may suffer a variety of illnesses because of the buildup of noxious contaminants. Building managers need to continue conservation efforts, but they should also meet the air standards set by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) which are in the process of being strengthened. Cases of building sickness caused by indoor air pollution have increased during the past decade, prompting ASHRAE to expedite the revision of its specifications.

• OSTI ID: 5945824
• Journal Information: Energy User News; (United States), Vol. 9:4
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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32 ENERGY CONSERVATION, CONSUMPTION, AND UTILIZATION
29 ENERGY PLANNING
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AIR QUALITY
DISEASES
TECHNOLOGY IMPACTS
WORKING CONDITIONS
AC SYSTEMS
AIR POLLUTION
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291000 - Energy Planning & Policy- Conservation
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