Social challenge/ impact linked to:

Co-creation phase linked to:

A) Understanding & establishing co-creation   

Level of importance

1 - High Importance / must have

Description

Many energy efficiency measures for buildings influence air quality. Indoor air quality is impacted by several factors however, and is not just a direct measurement of outdoor air quality and building quality. Mold, allergens, bacteria, radon, asbestos and carbon monoxide are also all factors which influence it. Whilst home sealing can mean less external air pollution enters, it also reduces ventilation which reduces opportunities for pollutants to escape (Supertech, 2021).

Figure from Supertech, 2021. 

Scale as linked to D2.2 framework

Delete as appropriate:

• National
• City
• Neighborhood 
• Project Area
• Street
• Household
• Object

Data source and input type

Connection with SDGs

• Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities
• Goal 13: Climate action

Required Data

Expected Outputs

Calculation methods

Level of expertise required

Links and references

• Building Energy Efficiency Measures | Indoor Air Quality (lbl.gov)
• Indoor air quality in highly energy efficient homes - a review (umanitoba.ca)
• Supertech, 2021. How to Measure Indoor Air Pollution | SuperTech | Indoor Air Quality (supertechhvac.com)