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Why not underestimate indoor air pollution?
Indoor air pollution, caused by tobacco smoke, cooking, cleaning products, mould, and dust, poses serious health risks, but can be mitigated through ventilation, HEPA filters, green products, air purifiers, and indoor plants.
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A modern building
Smart windows: the state of the art
Smart windows, like electrochromic and thermochromic types, help reduce energy use by controlling heat transfer, but further research is needed to make them more efficient and suitable for diverse climates.
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A green facade
The benefits of biophilic design
Biophilic design integrates natural elements like light, greenery, and organic materials into spaces to enhance well-being, reduce stress, and foster a deeper connection with nature.
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Acceptable indoor environmental quality and energy efficiency standards: can buildings meet both (and for everyone)?
A sustainable society is one that protects the environment while fostering conditions that promote the mental and physical well-being of all its members. In the building sector, this means creating structures that are energy-efficient, low-emission and healthy and comfortable. But can health and comfort be ensured while still ensuring sustainable use of resources?

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The office building
Office building, Aix-en-Provence, France
The office building in Aix-en-Provence, built in the 1970s, has an SRI score of 39%. Suggested improvements, like upgrading the heating, lighting, and ventilation systems, adding solar panels, and installing motorised sun protections, could raise its score to 51%, enhancing energy efficiency, comfort, and flexibility.
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