How to Improve Ventilation in Our Schools

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HOW TO IMPROVE VENTILATION IN OUR SCHOOLS In his executive order on reopening schools after COVID-19 shutdowns, President Biden has called on the departments of Education and Health and Human Services to provide guidance for a safe return to schools. Included in these measures are “cleaning, masking, proper ventilation, and testing.” The need for proper ventilation is urgent and widespread. A government study released last June found that 41% of school districts need to update or replace HVAC systems in at least half their schools. This equates to around 36,000 schools nationwide. COVID 19 has increased awareness of air quality and schools will be required to take steps to improve existing HVAC systems. According to the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), improving air quality in buildings is one of the most effective ways to prevent illness caused by viruses and bacteria.