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Monitoring CO2 Levels: A Key Strategy for Environmental Health and Safety Improvement

The Environmental Blog

Environmental health and safety (EHS) are of paramount importance in many industries and public spaces. Understanding the crucial role CO2 monitoring plays in improving environmental health and implementing appropriate measures to control it can make all the difference in upholding a safe and healthy environment.

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How solar-charged HVAC keeps trucking cool

GreenBiz

How solar-charged HVAC keeps trucking cool. To reduce fuel consumption — which by extension decreases emissions — trucking fleets are using auxiliary electric battery HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) units in combination with solar panels installed on truck roofs. Mike Roeth. Tue, 08/11/2020 - 00:01.

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Could indoor air quality become part of the post coronavirus playbook?

GreenBiz

According to a news release from the National Institutes of Health on March 17, these respiratory droplets seem to be detectable in the air for as long as three hours. I have been reaching out to the medical community, and I will update this article with new information as I receive it. This article originally appeared on Medium.

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Renovations and Improvements for Sustainable Homes

Green Business Bureau

The buildup of dust can weaken HVAC system efficiency, causing it to work harder and use more energy to heat or cool your home. This constant strain puts your HVAC system at higher risk of breaking down and needing repair. Check for HVAC Leaks. Many HVAC systems contain a system of ducts that require regular maintenance.

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The ‘why’ and ‘how’ of carbon capture technology for buildings

Envirotec Magazine

The process is reliant on accurate, reliable measurement of temperature, humidity, and CO2 using technology developed by instrumentation firm Vaisala – author of the article that follows. Lower CO2 levels inside offices and residential buildings also contribute to better health, well-being, and employee performance. “To

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Comment: Technology will be crucial to the success of vertical farms

Envirotec Magazine

Vertical farming is increasingly being regarded as one of the solutions to the problems faced by global food production systems, and in the following article Antti Viitanen explains why measurement and control technology will be key to the success of this rapidly growing sector. Antti Viitanen of gas instrumentation firm Vaisala.

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Ferguson encourages action towards a greener tomorrow??

Green Technology

Nine eco-friendly resolutions for plumbers and HVAC skilled trade professionals. An Article by Ferguson : It’s never too late to make a resolution. Ferguson encourages all HVAC and plumbing contractors to resolve and commit to sustainability as we enter the new year. Offer to provide a water or HVAC system assessment.

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