Building Materials and Indoor FurnishingsChemicals of concern:AsbestosFormaldehydeMetalsAsthmagensPBT’sBPAFlame retardantsCarcinogens, mutagens and reproductive toxicantsPVCAffected individuals: Healthcare workers, production workers, community members living in production, and disposal sitesHarmful effects: The construction and use of buildings consumes billions of tons of raw materials, including many toxic chemicals, generates significant waste, consumes a tremendous amount of energy and contributes toxic emissions to the air Materials and furniture used indoors can degrade indoor air quality contributing to disease Alternatives: There are significant opportunities to improve environmental quality and human health through green planning, design and construction of healthcare facilities
