IAQ24 / Speakers / Patrick Chambers
Stantec
Patrick Chambers Affil.AIRAH
Challenging HVAC industry conventions
This presentation challenges entrenched HVAC industry norms, questioning the adequacy of current ventilation definitions and their role in ensuring good indoor air quality (IAQ). By examining the fundamentals of the physiology of breathing and the mechanisms of aerosol transmission, it scrutinises the assumption that standard ventilation equates to acceptable IAQ and advocates for a future with more stringent IAQ standards.
It posits that a deep understanding of HVAC system nuances can lead to innovative, intelligent solutions that not only challenge traditional conventions, but also significantly enhance IAQ, fostering healthier indoor environments.