Improve Indoor Air Quality

Energy Solutions air we breathe is a complex mix of gases (like carbon dioxide), small solid particles (like dust and pollen) and liquid droplets (like water). Certain pollutants in the environment are associated with respiratory illnesses and other long-term health effects. Many factors impact air quality, including smoking, cooking, cleaning products, indoor activities and building materials.

Poor indoor air quality can make asthma and allergies worse, contribute to a variety of respiratory conditions, including viral infections like influenza and common colds, and lead to more serious diseases, such as heart disease and cancer. Improving air quality can improve asthma and allergy symptoms, increase energy levels, reduce stress and improve mental clarity.

There are many ways to improve the quality of indoor air, including using an air cleaner with a HEPA filter in your home, reducing allergens, and regularly vacuuming carpets and area rugs. Certain house plants have been shown to act as air purifiers, absorbing toxins during photosynthesis. Popular choices include peace lilies, chrysanthemums, snake plants and aloe vera. Adding moisture to the air with humidifiers or dehumidifiers can help control airborne pollutants as well.

Many states have taken steps to address the issue of poor indoor air quality, ranging from passing laws prohibiting smoking in public buildings to establishing task forces or commissions to review specific issues like mold, radon and volatile organic compounds. Some states have also established indoor air quality standards for schools, with Massachusetts leading the way by introducing a bill in the state legislature to establish these standards.

Energy Solutions
268 Industrial DR, Clarksville, TN 37040
(931) 651-9284