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31/05/2022 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (AEST)
Venue: The Cluster, Level 20, 31 Queen Street, MELBOURNE VIC 3000
A significant proportion of the housing stock is impacted by water damage, which may have devastating impacts on human health, from persistent respiratory tract infections to pneumonia, autoimmune diseases and chronic fatigue syndrome. New energy efficient homes does not necessarily equate to healthy housing, in fact many are impacted by condensation and mould by their first winter and many end up in court. Learn simple tips to prevent condensation and mould in new homes.
• Liquid water vs water vapour - how they contribute to mould • The importance of water vapour management for microclimate. • The importance of waterproof membranes as a system • Impact of occupant behaviour on condensation • Explore the conditions that lead to condensation and mould • Impact of water-damaged homes on human health • Tips to prevent condensation and mould in new builds.
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Nicole Bijlsma Australian College of Environmental Studies Nicole Bijlsma is a building biologist, bestselling author, PhD (pending) and CEO of the Australian College of Environmental Studies (est.1999). Nicole is the founder of the Healthy Home (Building Biology) movement in Australia, has lectured at tertiary institutions for 3 decades, has published in peer reviewed journals and is regularly consulted by the media to discuss mould, electromagnetic fields and toxic chemicals. Her research explored the impact of environmental chemicals and wireless technologies on human health and their ramifications for general medical practice.
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