The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA) in the United States has launched WeAreWhatWeBreathe.com, a web site designed to raise public awareness about Indoor Air Quality (IAQ).
The site operates as a one-stop-shop for visitors to explore how ventilation, airflow and indoor air quality impact schools, homes and office settings.
Visitors can learn about the Ventilation Verification assessment, an important physical examination of a building's HVAC system made by trained and certified HVAC or Testing, Adjusting & Balancing technicians.
It also includes a guide to identifying federal and state funding opportunities to support HVAC system improvements and a locator to find a trained local HVAC professional.
SMACNA CEO, Aaron Hilger, said the pandemic was able to shine a light on IAQ and related health concerns.
"As a standard-setting organization, SMACNA is proud to play a leading role in addressing the impact of poor ventilation and air quality on our lives,” he said.
“We are hopeful this website will be a helpful resource, while also instilling a sense of urgency for building owners and school systems to provide tenants with the clean, quality air they deserve."