ACI Home Performance Conference 2008

RES 5 - Reducing Asthma Triggers: Field Research Results

Wednesday, April 09, 2008 · 10:35 AM - 12:15 PM

Weatherization and energy efficiency projects often occur in homes with asthma triggers like moisture problems, allergen laden carpets, poor ventilation, and pest problems. Learn from research projects about housing repairs that can be integrated with energy efforts to help make the homes healthier and reduce conditions linked to breathing problems such as asthma. This session will offer practical suggestions used in the affordable housing context in both existing and new buildings.

By attending this session, participants will

Recognize asthma triggers in homes
Be able to describe housing repairs that can reduce asthma triggers
Learn to identify housing repairs that mesh with energy conservation efforts and offer improved health

Keyword(s): affordable housing, asthma, asthma triggers, energy conservation, health, IAQ, indoor air quality, moisture, non energy benefits, pest control, ventilation, weatherization
Type: 100 Minute Session
Track: Field Reseach & Evaluation
CEU: American Institute of Architects (AIA) American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI) Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI)

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RES5_MalkinWeber

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