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HVAC Efficiency & IAQ Best Practices Blog

Stay ahead of evolving HVAC regulations and ventilation standards with expert insights from RenewAire. Our blog covers the full spectrum of energy recovery, from commercial decarbonization to residential indoor air quality (IAQ) solutions. We provide technical resources on high-efficiency ERV applications, home ventilation solutions, and IAQ monitoring.

Designed for design engineers, HVAC contractors, and homebuilders, we offer actionable tips for reducing energy loads and implementing green building ventilation that aligns with modern decarbonization and efficiency standards for any building type.

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Residential ERVs, Thought Leadership

Understanding the ASHRAE Standards Part III: How Much Ventilation Does Your Home Need?

In Part III of the ASHRAE series, the breakdown of Standard 62.2 highlights essential residential airflow calculations, local exhaust guidelines, and compliant ERV integration.

2 August 2026

• 5 minutes

Commercial ERVs, Residential ERVs, Thought Leadership

Understanding the ASHRAE Standards Part II: How the Ventilation Rate Procedure (VRP) Works

In Part I of our ASHRAE series, we break down Standard 62.1 VRP and how it shapes compliant, efficient HVAC design.

2 August 2026

• 5 minutes

Commercial ERVs, Thought Leadership, Uncategorized

What Is ASHRAE Standard 62.1? A Beginner’s Guide to Commercial Ventilation Standards

In Part I of the ASHRAE series, the breakdown of Standard 62.1 highlights core commercial IAQ requirements, design compliance pathways, and efficient ERV integration.

2 August 2026

• 6 minutes

Commercial ERVs, Thought Leadership

Specifying ERVs for Salons: An Engineer’s Design Guide

See how specifying compact RenewAire ERVs helps salons meet strict building codes, filter styling dust, and reduce energy costs through advanced static-plate technology.

17 June 2026

• 4 minutes

Thought Leadership, Commercial ERVs

The Salon IAQ Dilemma

Balancing strict air quality standards with skyrocketing utilities presents a major operational challenge for salons. Discover how RenewAire ERVs can help.

17 June 2026

• 4 minutes

RenewAire News, Residential ERVs

RenewAire Introduces Evergreen™ Series

Discover RenewAire's new Evergreen™ Series ERV. Combining compact single-point exhaust with 5th-gen energy recovery technology for optimal residential IAQ.

3 June 2026

• 3 minutes

Thought Leadership

Why Indoor Air Quality Is Critical for Senior Health

ERVs help senior living communities create healthier and more comfortable indoor air quality while saving money on energy costs.

26 May 2026

• 8 Min

Commercial ERVs, RenewAire News

RenewAire Adds LE5X ERV to LE Series

LE5X expands the LE Series product line of packaged total energy recovery ventilators (ERVs) with static-plate enthalpy cores spanning 1,250 to 11,000 CFM

8 April 2026

• 3 minutes

Residential ERVs, Thought Leadership

How ERVs Can Help with IAQ in Pet-friendly Homes

Standard air filters only go so far when it comes to pet odors and dander. Learn how an ERV can provide a pet-safe home.

6 April 2026

• 3 minutes

Residential ERVs, Thought Leadership

Better Air, Better Care: How IAQ Impacts Pet Health

Pet health begins with the air they breathe—discover why indoor air quality is the missing piece of your pet care checklist.

30 March 2026

• 5 minutes

Commercial ERVs, Thought Leadership

How to Specify ERVs for Animal Care Facilities

Upgrading a ventilation system is a major decision for any animal care director. These facilities require frequent and costly air changes. Choosing the wrong system

23 March 2026

• 3 minutes

Commercial ERVs, Thought Leadership

Why Indoor Air Quality Matters in Animal Care

Veterinary clinics and animal shelters face an onslaught of airborne germs, dander, and heavy ammonia gases. Discover how ERVs can exhaust airborne pathogens to protect

16 March 2026

• 3 minutes

Residential ERVs, Thought Leadership

How Poor Ventilation Could Be Keeping You Awake at Night

Experts say we spend 1/3 of our lives in the bedroom. Learn how indoor air quality and ventilation affect sleep quality and long-term health.

13 March 2026

• 3 minutes