This phased adoption allows the supply chain to adapt confidently, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs over time..
This can be achieved via the adoption of fully electric HVAC systems that do not pollute the local environment, the use of green infrastructure and vegetation, and facilitating the use of sustainable modes of transport..It is widely reported that indoor air pollution is 3.5 times higher than outdoors.
This is due to the lack of ventilation, cooking, the use of chemicals for cleaning and emissions from construction materials and furniture, which cause an increase in the density of pollutants.The range of measures to improve indoor air quality and hygiene is quite wide.Primary prevention measures should include the selection of non-toxic materials, products with low levels of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), furnishings without fire retardants and cleaning products without harmful chemicals..
In areas with potentially high pollution levels, the adoption of adequate monitoring is recommended, combined with air filtration systems (HEPA filters for PM2.5 particles, carbon filters for VOCs and UV light filter for airborne pathogens)..Measures to improve hygiene and reduce the transmission of pathogens include the adoption of touchless technology (light switches, lift buttons, doors), antiviral coatings and the provision of hand sanitiser dispensers.
Attenuation measures include the provision of openable windows, increased fresh air rates and avoiding air recirculation..
Balancing improvements to air quality and energy efficiency..The owners want transparency.
They want certainty around the data.She believes the heart of this may come from the fact that “data is the new oil, the new currency.”.
It’s hard to get certainty around processes that change every single time, Marks says.The construction industry needs to create some stability amongst the fluidity.