Science and Technology for the Built EnvironmentDerby MM, Hamehkasi M, Eckels S, Hwang GM, Jones B, Maghirang R, et al. Update of the scientific evidence for specifying lower limit relative humidity lev- els for comfort, health, and indoor environmental quality in occupied spaces (RP- 1630)...
However, lower humidity increased virus survival for influenza. For comfort, low humidity had little effect on thermal comfort, but skin dryness, eye irritation, and static electricity increased as humidity decreased. For indoor environmental quality, low humidity had nonuniform effects on volatile ...
Although 80 million Europeans live in homes with a poor indoor climate 4, the technology needed for change is available today. With the right type of insulation, interiors can be kept at comfortable levels of temperature and humidity, while minimising unwanted noise – and with the added advantag...
This is important because the literature shows that indoor humidity has a significant effect on occupant comfort, perceived air quality (PAQ), occupant health, building durability, material emissions, and energy consumption. Therefore, it appears possible to improve the quality of life of occupants ...
The moisture pump efficiently reduces the indoor relative humidity to a comfort level (40‒60% RH) under one-sun illumination. This work opens the way to develop new-generation, high-performance nanofibrous membrane-based desiccants for energy-efficient humidity control and atmospheric water ...
There are indications that energy-retrofitted buildings can create risks for indoor environmental quality (IEQ) and therefore for health and comfort of occupants. A review was conducted to identify and verify those risks, within three themes: building envelope, heating, ventilating and air conditioning...
Imbalanced humidity levels can make your health and wellbeing suffer. Count on us to install a whole-home humidifier or dehumidifier to keep your home’s humidity at ideal levels. Learn More > Germicidal UV Lights Some airborne particles—like viruses, mold, and bacteria—are too small for fil...
We know proper indoor ventilation is key to reducing the spread of COVID-19. Now, a study by MIT researchers finds that indoor relative humidity may also influence transmission of the virus.
This study aims to assess the indoor air quality along with the elemental concentrations of indoor settled classroom dust across nineteen schools in Tezpur, Northeast India. The average indoor temperature and relative humidity were 24.53 ͦ C and 60.61%, respectively which is within the American So...
Humidity ControlMaintaining proper humidity levels in your home is critical for promoting good indoor air quality. High humidity can encourage mold growth, while low humidity can lead to dry skin and respiratory issues. Ideally, indoor humidity should be kept between 30% and 50%. ...