The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently introduced its Indoor airPLUS program in response to growing consumer concern over indoor air quality (IAQ). The Indoor airPLUS new home label is only available to ENERGY STAR® qualified homes. ENERGY STAR for New Homes requires builders to adhere to stringent EPA specifications. The goal of the EPA, builders, raters, utilities and public health and indoor environmental organizations is to help address issues such as mold, radon, carbon monoxide, toxic chemicals, and other poor air quality issues linked to a host of health problems.
Indoor airPLUS-labeled homes will include more than 30 verifiable additional home design and construction features (click here to view the list) compared to homes built to minimum code.
View a consumer brochure or visit the EPA Indoor airPLUS Program website for additional information.
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