How can designers select healthier furniture, minimizing IAQ, health, and environmental impacts while keeping budget considerations in mind? Judy Levin, Pollution Prevention Director of the Center for Environmental Health walks us through flammability standards and their cost implications also discussing the end-of-life and zero waste options for repurposing existing furniture. Judy also illustrates the importance of participating in standards development work, directly influencing the market.
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What kinds of hazards might be associated with furnishings and supplies?
Can the same kind of criteria used for building products apply to the furnishings, appliances, and consumer products that occupants bring in?
What types of products are most concerning?
How can you educate occupants or building users about what products should be allowed in?
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
General Services Administration (GSA)
Center for Environmental Health (CEH)