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Statistical facts:
Number of valid IAQ certificates
between 2008 and 2012
B2.2 Quality Water Recognition Scheme for Buildings
A Quality Water Recognition Scheme for Buildings was launched by the Water Supplies
Department to help operators to maintain their plumbing systems properly and to ensure a
good water quality at taps.
B2. Useful references for green guidelines in Hong Kong
B2.1 Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Certification Scheme
The IAQ Certification Scheme is a voluntary programme launched by the Environmental Protection Department and
is managed by the IAQ Information Centre. The increasing number of IAQ certificates reflects the greater awareness by
the public towards good indoor air quality.
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Good Class Excellent Class
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Figure 26 Number of valid IAQ certificates between 2008 and 2012
(Source: Environmental Protection Department)
TECHNICAL NOTE
Engagement of a certificate issuing body (CIB)
Indoor air quality certificate issuing bodies (IAQ CIB)
The issuance of IAQ certificates under the scheme is restricted to accredited IAQ
certificate issuing bodies (CIB).
Shopping mall owners or building managers should approach IAQ CIBs by themselves. CIBs can issue
Hong Kong Inspection Body Accreditation Scheme (HKIAS) endorsed IAQ reports and certificates
which serve as a proof of quality work.
2.3
Introduction to existing environmental assessment standards for buildings and shopping malls
2
The basics
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