Client: LETA Architecture PLLC
Location: New York, NY, USA
Scope: Indoor & outdoor air quality monitoring across 500-sq space since December 2023
Objectives
- Evaluate indoor air quality (IAQ) to identify problem areas and potential improvements.
- Enhance air quality and employee wellness in office environments.
Solution
- Implemented continuous monitoring on particulate matter (PM2.5, PM10), CO2, TVOC, temperature, and humidity.
- Identified CO2 as the primary pollutant affecting air quality due to insufficient ventilation.
- Recommended installation of smart ventilation systems to manage CO2 levels effectively and enhance overall air quality.
Results
- Achieved an overall "Good" IAQ rating, with occasional moderate ratings during peak office hours.
- Significantly improved CO2 levels, reducing potential impacts on productivity and cognitive function.
- Enhanced HVAC system effectiveness by integrating real-time monitoring data to optimize air exchanges and reduce particulate levels.
