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Learn moreThis report reviews existing research from the UK, Europe and the rest of the world into homes built to a high standard of airtightness and the mechanical ventilation systems commonly installed into them. It highlights a number of issues and recommends further research. In response to this report we are expecting to commence a monitoring programme of some occupied homes shortly.
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