Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program

Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program

World Allergy Week 2026 graphic showing the theme "Allergy Care Is Essential Care" by the World Allergy Organization

Supporting World Allergy Week 2026

24 June 2026

This World Allergy Week, ASL joins the World Allergy Organization in recognising the 2026 theme: “Allergy Care Is Essential Care.” . Explore the science, the statistics, and how certified products support healthier indoor spaces.

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Members of the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program and ASL team at the Enterprise Ireland Chicago office during the Asthma & Allergy Awareness Month 2026 Trade Mission, with Irish and US flags visible.

Asthma & Allergy Awareness Month 2026: How ASL Delivered for Partners, Industry, and Community

18 June 2026

May is one of the busiest months of the year for the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program and ASL. From AIA-accredited webinars and a published article in Building Enclosure magazine to an in-person Trade Mission in Chicago and a community health event at Sinai Health System, here is a full look at our Asthma & Allergy Awareness Month 2026 activity.

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Representatives from Knauf North America, the Chicago Asthma Consortium, and the Asthma & Allergy Friendly Certification Program with 300 packed Resource Tote Bags at the 2026 Community Health Worker Educational Forum, Sinai Chicago.

How Our Program and Its Partners Are Making a Difference in Chicago Communities

11 June 2026

For Certified partners, the Chicago Asthma Consortium’s 2026 Community Health Worker Educational Forum was a demonstration of what the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program makes possible beyond the laboratory: real community impact, delivered through trusted products and shared purpose.

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Team members planning the 2026 strategic calendar together at a desk using a large desk calendar, pencils, and documents.

The Year Ahead: 2026 Strategic Calendar of Events

5 December 2025

Our team has mapped out the 2026 strategic calendar, highlighting key milestones, events, and initiatives that will guide our work in the year ahead.

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Zoho Creator Enables Allergy Standards to Deliver World-Class Certification Services

6 February 2025

Allergy Standards Limited leveraged Zoho Creator to streamline its certification process, enhance client engagement, and scale globally with efficiency, security, and professionalism

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A New Era for the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program

13 January 2025

We are delighted to unveil a redesigned Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Mark, reflecting innovation and commitment to healthier indoor environments while supporting manufacturers and retailers in meeting evolving market demands.

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The Year Ahead: 2025 Strategic Calendar of Events

17 December 2024

We would love to share a list of some of the key strategic events on our radar for 2025, we believe the below are incredibly relevant and vitally important to our ultimate goal: to create a sustainable ‘One Health’ World, where healthy people live on a healthy planet.

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The Role of Architectural Coatings in Creating Healthier Indoor Environments

24 September 2024

This article by Jennifer Whelan explores how the coatings industry is evolving to create healthier, more sustainable products, with Allergy Standards Ltd supporting these efforts through the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program.

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Building Materials Matter: Strategies for Improved IAQ

4 June 2024

In this article published in FacilityManagement.com, Dr. Anna O’Donovan writes how facilities managers can have a profound impact on health through their choice of building materials that positively impact indoor air quality

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A Shift in Focus at the American Coatings Show

26 April 2024

At this year’s American Coatings Show, innovation will be heavily focused on improved sustainability, driven by societal demands.

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National Healthy Homes Month: From Awareness to Action

23 April 2024

As the nation observes National Healthy Homes Month, it’s crucial to acknowledge the profound impact indoor air quality has on our health and the collective responsibility we share in cultivating healthier living environments.

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Focus on architectural: Indoor air quality and paint

10 April 2024

In this article published in the PPCJ, Jennifer Whelan COO at ASL, discusses how paint manufacturers have used the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program to tackle the issue of paint chemicals and their impact on those with respiratory issues.

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Spring US Trade Mission

An Exciting Spring US Trade Mission for ASL

22 February 2024

We are gearing up for an action-packed and inspiring Spring US Trade Mission, dedicated to promoting healthier indoor environments and recognizing industry leaders committed to the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program. From keynote speeches to prestigious awards, ASL is at the forefront of advocating for healthier living spaces.

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TISE 2024

Tarkett Home Showcases Certified Healthier Living Innovations at TISE 2024

26 January 2024

Among the standout contributors to healthier indoor living at TISE 2024 was Tarkett Home, with its Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® flooring.

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The Year Ahead: 2024 Strategic Calendar of Events

19 January 2024

We would love to share a list of some of the key strategic events on our radar for 2024, we believe the below are incredibly relevant and vitally important to our ultimate goal: to create a sustainable ‘One Health’ World, where healthy people live on a healthy planet.

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CES 2024

Wrapping Up an Insightful CES 2024

17 January 2024

Standing out from the crowd at CES 2024 were 3M and LG, both proudly displaying their Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® products

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3M at CES 2024

3M at CES 2024 and its Commitment to Healthier Indoor Environments

17 January 2024

We were delighted to catch up with our client 3M at CES 2024, where its Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® products were on proud display.

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CES 2024

A Closer Look at LG’s Health-Centric Innovations from CES 2024

16 January 2024

At LG’s impressive booth at CES 2024, Dr. John McKeon explored LG’s commitment to health-centric innovations.

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CES 2024: The Convergence of Smart Home Technology and Indoor Air Quality

15 January 2024

On the openng day of CES 2024, Dr. John McKeon updated us on the convergence smart home technology and indoor air quality

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ASHRAE241

ASHRAE Standard 241: Control of Infectious Aerosols – Understanding its impact for the Cleaning Industry

21 December 2023

For cleaning professionals and facilities management experts, embracing ASHRAE 241 alongside employing certified cleaning solutions acts as a significant commitment towards protecting public health and fostering healthier indoor environment

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3M at CES 2024 

A Decade of Success With Our Valued Client 3M Filtrete™ 

14 December 2023

A milestone anniversary in our client partnership journey with 3M Filtrete™  – Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® for 10 years!

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Building Health and Wellness: An Episode of ‘Straight Talk’ from ISSA

6 December 2023

At ISSA North America 2023, Jeff Cross, Media Director with ISSA, caught up with ASL CEO Dr. John McKeon for an episode of their webcast ‘Straight Talk’

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healthier interiors

Flooring: A Healthier Indoor Environment from the Ground Up

5 December 2023

This Fall, Tarkett Home launched its High Street™ Luxury Vinyl Sheet Collection, specifically designed with Main Street in mind and it is Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly®

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FCW

Collaboration for Clean Air : A Feature in FCW

18 October 2023

‘Collaboration for Clean Air’, by Katie Batkin tells the story of a partnership that is much more than simply commercial, it is a collaboration to create and promote a built environment that has a positive impact on people.

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The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program – a Blog in Retrofit Magazine

27 September 2023

The latest issue of Retrofit Magazine features a blog by Anna O’Donovan on the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program

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