Research to identify if changes to guidance in Standard 3.14 ventilation in 2015 have been effective in improving ventilation and indoor air quality

Scottish Government, 2023
Research to identify if changes to guidance in Standard 3.14 ventilation in 2015 have been effective in improving ventilation and indoor air quality Download document

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Abstract

The study explored the effects of the 2015 alterations to building standards and indoor air quality and natural ventilation within dwellings. Outlines the study context and methods, and presents the conclusions and recommendations.

History

Report prepared by: Prof Tim Sharpe, Dr Gráinne McGill, Dr Stirling Howieson, Dr Paul Tuohy, Prof Lori McElroy, Dr Linda Toledo, University of Strathclyde, and Jonathan McQuillan, Anderson, Bell and Christie. Report commissioned by: Building Standards Division.

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  • Building control, Scotland
  • Energy efficiency/Energy Management
  • Legal issues and management
  • Special subject areas
  • Environmental issues/energy
  • Thermal insulation
  • Building control

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The Scottish Government is the devolved government for Scotland. It is responsible for most of the issues of day-to-day concern to the people of Scotland, including health, education, justice, rural affairs, and transport. Previously known as the Scottish Executive.

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