Profiles of Innovative State Programs

Many different state agencies play a role in addressing indoor environmental quality. Health, education, labor, building services, and business regulation are some of the departments that have jurisdiction over one or more building type or practice. This authority may include implementing laws and regulations that establish requirements for building owners. It also may include carrying out research, technical assistance, and education programs to promote best practices.

This page profiles innovative informational resources developed by state agencies as part of their ongoing efforts to protect and improve indoor environmental quality and promote more sustainable building practices.

Featured Programs:

Rhode Island Department of Health, Breathe Easy at Home Program

Indiana Department of Health, Guidance on Best Practices for Managing Indoor Air Quality in Schools

Washington State Department of Health, Guidance on Improving Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality during Wildfire Smoke Events

Michigan Dept. of Health & Human Services, Division of Environmental Health: Educational Resources on the Health Effects of Mercury

Minnesota Department of Health, Indoor Air Unit: Minnesota Gold Standard Radon Resistant Builder Program

Connecticut Department of Public Health, Environmental Health Section: Child Daycare SAFER Program

Minnesota Department of Health, Indoor Air Unit: Model School Indoor Air Quality Management Plan

California Air Resources Board, Indoor Exposure Assessment Program: Limiting Ozone from Air Cleaning Devices

New Jersey Department of Health, Public Employees Occupational Safety and Health Program: IAQ in Public Workplaces