July 09, 2009


American School & University | IAQ

Measured Results 

By Frank N. Wiley

Teachers have the jobs in America. That's what Charles Gerba, a microbiologist at the University of Arizona, has concluded. Alongside more than 50 million...

Know-How: Indoor Air Quality 

By Mike Kennedy

To protect the health of children, schools should have a plan to prevent and combat asthma....

Controlled Breathing 

By John Welch

Saving energy and reducing risk in education facilities with CO2-based ventilation control....

Breathing In 

By Daniel P. Mahoney

Recognizing and controlling mold are key to good indoor air quality in education institutions....

Know-How: IEQ 

By Mike Kennedy

Steps schools and universities can take to improve indoor environmental quality....

Breathing in Comfort 

By Mike Kennedy

Improved construction and more vigilant maintenance can help ensure that schools have fresh, healthful air....

The Charge for Change | Design choices minimize environmental impact  

By Jennifer S. Henrikson and Jody L. Henry

Wise design choices in education institutions can minimize environmental impact, save money and enhance learning....

Green Acres | Design strategies impact college cost savings 

By Blair Seibert

Campuses that embrace sustainable design strategies can see real cost savings....

Inside: Indoor Environmental Quality 

Assessing the school environment; Healthy schools guide; School-specific ratings...

HEPA Help 

By Allen Rathey

High-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters can be a useful addition to an education institution's maintenance program....

Contaminant Control 

By Henning Bloech

Schools and universities can take steps to demonstrate a commitment to high-quality indoor environments....

On Film 

By Marty Watts

The right window film can enhance indoor air quality for schools....

More Than Mold 

By Malou Hughes and Barb Epstien

With a little help, schools and universities can create comfortable, productive and healthy indoor learning environments....

Strategies for Success: Indoor Air Quality 

Mike Kennedy

Schools and universities should be vigilant about upgrading their facilities to correct indoor-air-quality problems. ...

The Filter Factor 

Stephanie Earley

Air filters, the primary defense for school occupants and HVAC equipment against particular pollutants, should be chosen carefully....

Air Awareness 

Michael G. Apte, Derek G. Shendell and Al T. Hodgson

Making sure your relocatable classrooms are energy-efficient and have good IAQ....

Your Best Resource 

Adam J. Pratt

When toxic mold strikes, institutions must be equipped with the tools to fight back....

In Equal Measure 

Edward Frenette, Martine Dion, Patrick Halm, Nick Ferzacca and Andy Oldeman

Addressing the broad spectrum of indoor environmental quality in school and university buildings....

Peak Performance 

Mike Kennedy

High-performance school facilities allocate resources wisely to create an environment where students can learn effectively....

The Fungus Among Us 

Robert H. Weidner

Mold is a common problem in schools. Here are some tips for fighting it....

Healthy Learning 

Mike Kennedy

Schools and universities need to provide facilities that protect the health and safety of students and staff. Here are 10 ways to help maintain a healthy indoor environment....

Buildings That Teach 

Cody Cunningham

Incorporating the environment into school design can enhance the learning process. Here's how....

An Unwelcome Surprise 

Del Williams

Do you have toxic mold hiding in your school? Here's how to handle it....

Inside: Mold 

By Mike Kennedy

Mold displaces students; Schools often fertile ground fo rmold; Minimizing mold...

Taking Stock 

By Richard D. Rush

School and university officials should take steps to make sure their buildings are in synch with their environment....

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Essential Reading

The Subtle Stuff

Vikas Nagardeolekar and Edwin Merritt

It's hard to win passage of a school construction bond — whether through a citizen referendum or the vote of a town council or general town meeting.

Hear and Now

Michael McKeon and Lincoln Berry

When acoustics are mentioned with regard to schools, many people first think of performing arts.

Making it Readable

Peter Gisolfi

When my daughter was 10 years old, she left the comfort of her elementary school for the unfamiliar territory of the middle/high school building — a crazy quilt of pieces from the 1910s, 1930s, 1960s and 1970s.

Echo Boom Impact

Phillipe Dordai and Joseph Rizzo

Like their baby-boomer parents, the echo-boom generation is reshaping the college and university landscape.

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Read how a campus migrated to a digital two way radio system to enhance their ability to communicate clearly and securely throughout their campus.

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