People need to be aware that indoor air can be five times more polluted than outdoor

Panasonic’s new study proves need for educating homeowners and homebuilders on health risks associated with indoor air pollution; highlights effects of indoor air quality technologies.

Panasonic, one of the industry-leading manufacturers of ventilation, air purification and HVAC solutions, announced the findings of an industry survey of homeowners and homebuilders across North America on the risks of indoor air pollution and the impact of technological solutions to improve indoor air quality (IAQ) in homes. The survey found significant changes in participants’ perceptions and behaviours when presented with scientific findings around indoor air quality’s impact on short term and long-term health issues. Post-survey one in four homeowners showed increased interest to invest in IAQ solutions, and the likelihood for building professionals to recommend IAQ technologies to homeowners increased to 62 percent, up from 49 percent.

With the growing focus on health and wellness during the pandemic and consumers spending more on green cleaning products and organic foods, Panasonic sought to gauge the importance of healthy air and healthy living spaces to homeowners and homebuilders.

“Many people are not aware that indoor air can be five times more polluted than outdoor, which could lead to serious and life-threatening health risks,” said Kevin Smith, General Manager of Life & Device Solutions Division and Visual Solutions, Panasonic Canada. “Educating homeowners and builders on the importance of IAQ and solutions for filtration, ventilation, purification and management of indoor air is essential for maintaining a healthy living environment. Our research found that conversations around IAQ are vital between homeowners and homebuilders, to drive healthier living and a change in the industry.”

High-efficiency particulate absorbing (HEPA) filtration and high-performance HVAC systems were the IAQ technologies most likely to be recommended by homebuilders. HEPA filters are more than 99.97 percentages efficient at capturing airborne viral particles associated with Covid-19, and improved ventilation improves health outcomes in a majority of scientific studies, with health improvement generally in the 20 percent to 50 percent range.

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