18 Jun 2025

Air Quality: Monitoring and Control of Parameters like CO2, Humidity, and VOCs

The quality of the air we breathe indoors, where we spend most of our time, is a crucial factor for our health and well-being. Parameters such as carbon dioxide (CO2), humidity, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) can significantly affect our concentration, productivity, and comfort. A work environment with poor air quality, for example, can cause headaches, drowsiness, and a general feeling of malaise.

The Importance of Monitoring for Well-being and Certifications

An advanced Building Management System (BMS) can constantly monitor these parameters, ensuring a healthy work environment. The precise control of CO2 levels (mainly emitted through human respiration), humidity (which if excessive can promote mold growth), and VOCs (released by construction materials, furnishings, and cleaning products) is essential.

This type of monitoring is not just a good practice for occupant well-being; it is also a fundamental requirement for obtaining prestigious sustainability certifications such as LEED, BREEAM, and WELL. These international protocols reward buildings that adopt strategies to ensure high indoor environmental quality, recognizing the importance of clean air for people’s health.

Applications in Critical Environments

Precise air quality control becomes even more important in specific environments such as:

  • Cleanrooms and operating rooms: where sterility is a non-negotiable requirement for the safety of processes and patients.
  • Museum spaces: to ensure the long-term preservation of artworks, which are sensitive to humidity variations and the presence of pollutants.

The Tekni Post Solution

Tekni Post, designs and implements customized monitoring and control systems for every type of building. Thanks to our experience, we can integrate state-of-the-art sensors and implement automation logic that not only ensures a healthy and comfortable indoor environment but also contributes to the building’s energy efficiency. Contact us to find out how we can improve the air quality in your spaces, protecting people’s well-being and enhancing the value of your property.

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