Guide to Good IAQ in Hot and Humid Climates Published

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Guide to Good IAQ in Hot and Humid Climates Published

Posted: Jan 17, 2008

Achieving good indoor air quality in hot and humid climates through sustainable

practices is the focus of a new ASHRAE publication.

The ASHRAE Guide for Buildings in Hot and Humid Climates identifies and

explains key issues for owners, architects, HVAC designers, contractors and

building owners as they plan, build and operate air-conditioned buildings

– in a sustainable way – in hot and humid climates.

“Mold and mildew problems in hot and humid climates can overshadow any

gains made through energy reduction. By focusing on several critical building

enclosure design details and by keeping the indoor air dry, owners and

designers can avoid mold problems and have high indoor air quality, while their

buildings use much less energy than outdated designs, " says author Lew

Harriman.

Topics covered in the book include improving thermal comfort, managing

ventilation air, reducing energy consumption and avoiding bugs, mold and rot.

Common problems seen in hot and humid climates, along with practical

alternatives for avoiding such problems are also highlighted.

A second edition is planned for January 2009 that will add more information

aimed at each different member of the construction and delivery team.