GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - Back in the 1970s, when many Americans sealed up their homes in hopes of savings on energy costs, the idea of proper ventilation to ensure healthy indoor air quality (IAQ) took a backseat. Now that Americans are once again looking to save on monthly energy bills, the push is on to combine a leakproof indoor environment while still allowing for adequate ventilation.
That is the assessment of Marc Blauvelt of Bluefield Supply, Grand Rapids. Blauvelt recently addressed the Grand Rapids Chapter of the American Indoor Air Quality Council. His topic was "Utilizing Ventilation and Monitoring for Proper Indoor Air Quality."