What is the aim of the AgBB?

The aim of the AgBB, or the Committee for Health-related Evaluation of Building Products, is primarily focused on evaluating emissions from construction products. This evaluation is crucial because it ensures that materials used in construction do not release harmful substances into the indoor environment, which could adversely affect the health of the building occupants. By assessing emissions, the AgBB contributes to a safer and healthier indoor air quality, which is an essential consideration in sustainable building practices and is aligned with various standards, including those in LEED certification.

In contrast, monitoring water quality pertains to assessing the purity of water sources, which is separate from the concerns of indoor air quality and emissions. Testing air quality, while related to the broader context of environmental health, does not specifically target the emissions of construction products like the AgBB does. Improving energy efficiency, although an important aspect of sustainable building, addresses a different area of concern that does not overlap with the specific focus of the AgBB on emissions from building materials.