What is CO2?
Carbon dioxide (CO2) is a natural gas of the Earth's atmosphere, and it's produced through various processes, including human respiration.
How does it affect me, and how can I manage it?
While low levels of CO2 indoors are not harmful, elevated levels can affect occupants in several ways. Increased CO2 levels in buildings can exacerbate allergies and asthma symptoms, cause headaches and fatigue, and affect cognitive function and productivity.
Managing CO2 levels in buildings is important for maintaining good indoor air quality (IAQ) to ensure occupants' comfort and well-being. Some ways to manage CO2 levels in buildings are with CO2 sensors and monitoring, ventilation system maintenance, and energy efficiency. A proper HVAC system design and upkeep can help maintain healthy CO2 levels.
How is it measured?
CO2 is measured in parts per million (ppm). This measuring unit quantifies the number of molecules of CO2 present in one million molecules of air. The WELL Building Standard for CO2 in Abound is set to less than 750 ppm, which is considered to be healthy.