Sisäympäristötekijä

Sisäympäristötekijä refers to factors within an indoor environment that can affect the health, comfort, and well-being of occupants. These factors can be broadly categorized into physical, chemical, and biological elements. Physical factors include temperature, humidity, air movement, and lighting conditions. Proper control of these elements is crucial for thermal comfort and visual performance. Chemical factors encompass airborne pollutants such as volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from building materials and furnishings, as well as particulate matter, ozone, and carbon monoxide. Adequate ventilation is key to diluting and removing these contaminants. Biological factors involve the presence of microorganisms like bacteria, viruses, fungi (mold), and allergens such as dust mites and pet dander. These can proliferate in damp or poorly maintained indoor spaces and contribute to respiratory issues and allergies. The overall quality of the indoor environment is a complex interplay of these various sisäympäristötekijät. Understanding and managing these factors is essential for creating healthy and productive indoor spaces. This field of study is often referred to as indoor environmental quality (IEQ).