Effective business leadership is easy to talk about but hard to do even in a robust economy. Today, there are new challenges. Does one lead by example or is an individual's leadership ability tied soley to the fact that his signature happens to appear on the weekly paycheck? The possession of ... [More]

Rapid development of effective assessment of Chinese Drywall depends upon the ability to make relatively simple measurements under a variety of conditions. [More]

With Chinese Drywall issues in the early stages of scientific understanding and homeowners demanding immediate answers, we can learn from the handling of similar indoor environmental health issues in the past. Lessons learned both good and bad, from these experiences are important to consider in developing practical, cost-effective solutions in the quickest time frame possible. [More]

Chinese drywall is rapidly emerging as a complex and unprecedented indoor environmental issue lacking obvious solutions. Research is needed to identify and systematically address critical questions as quickly as possible to support an intelligent response and practical solutions. [More]

The developer faces a dilemma if unprepared for a mold emergency. Reactions escalate quickly. Mold is not just a warranty issue but potential groundwork for litigation. A mold related incident gains intensity with a life cycle all its own. Homeowners ask hard questions. Preparation includes unders... [More]

The emergency nature of an owner’s response to occupant complaints attributed to Indoor Environmental and Air Quality conditions, results in the selection of environmental professionals, remediators or trade contractors. [More]

The right medical and scientific knowledge, and practical experience, will help ensure mold-related health risks and building health risk cost drivers are properly addressed. [More]