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Map from the AAFA Allergy Capitals® 2026 report showing the most and least challenging U.S. cities for seasonal pollen allergies

AAFA’s 2026 Allergy Capitals® Report Highlights Changing Pollen Trends Across the United States

13 March 2026

AAFA’s 2026 Allergy Capitals® report provides insight into how environmental factors and pollen trends are influencing seasonal allergies across the United States.

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Woman sleeping comfortably in a clean bedroom environment illustrating bedding certification and healthier sleep environments

Sleep Awareness Week: Why Certification Matters in the Bedding Market

11 March 2026

Sleep Awareness Week highlights growing consumer interest in healthier sleep environments and why independent certification helps bedding manufacturers validate performance and product claims.

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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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St. Patrick's Day Mission

Strengthening Partnerships for Healthier Buildings: Allergy Standards’ St. Patrick’s Day Mission

20 March 2025

Our St. Patrick’s Day mission been more than just a series of events—they have been a strategic opportunity to strengthen partnerships, reinforce our leadership in healthier indoor environments, and collaborate on the future of building standards.

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Indoor Air Quality & Product Innovation: Key Takeaways from AAAAI 2025

11 March 2025

ASL engaged with industry leaders at AAAAI 2025 to highlight how Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification helps manufacturers differentiate their products, build consumer trust, and meet growing demand for healthier indoor environments.

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Allergy Standards Ltd at KBIS & IBS 2025: Advancing Healthier Indoor Environments Through Certification

10 March 2025

Allergy Standards Ltd showcased the importance of Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification at KBIS & IBS 2025, engaging with manufacturers and industry leaders to highlight the growing demand for healthier indoor environments and the business benefits of third-party validation.

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True Value Podcast

True Value & the Business Case for Certified Paint: A Partnership Driven by Health, Science, and Trust

10 March 2025

In a recent episode of the True Value podcast, Leah McInerney of the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program joined True Value’s Dan Reed and Sean Henson to discuss the business rationale behind certifying paint products.

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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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World Ventil8 Day

World Ventil8 Day 2024: Enabling Action Through Standards for Healthier Indoor Air

5 November 2024

World Ventil8 Day 2024 aims to raise awareness about the role of ventilation in maintaining indoor air quality (IAQ) and promoting health and well-being The campaign encourages industry-wide commitment to better IAQ practices and advocates for higher standards in ventilation to create healthier indoor spaces.

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The Power of Certification: How SIJO Is Redefining Healthy Sleep in the Bedding Industry

18 October 2024

Since earning the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® certification in 2022, SIJO has experienced tremendous growth in customer trust and market differentiation by leveraging the credibility provided by the certification to establish itself as a leader in the bedding industry.

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Balancing Sustainability, Health, and Regulatory Compliance: The Essential Retail Strategy for 2024

17 October 2024

Learn how retailers can thrive in 2024 by balancing sustainability, consumer health, and navigating legal compliance regulations

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George to the Rescue

How Certified Products Can Make Your Brand Stand Out: A Case Study from George to the Rescue

16 October 2024

Help your brand stand out and build consumer trust in a crowded market with Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certified products

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world standards day

Celebrating World Standards Day: A Commitment to Healthier Indoor Environments

10 October 2024

As consumer demand for healthier indoor environments grows, bedding manufacturers have a key opportunity to lead the market by offering products that are both comfortable and scientifically proven to improve indoor air quality.

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bedding manufacturers

Driving Market Leadership through Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification

2 October 2024

As consumer awareness of the importance of healthier indoor environments continues to rise, bedding manufacturers have an opportunity to address this growing demand by offering products that are not only comfortable but also scientifically proven to support better indoor air quality (IAQ). With October being Indoor Air Quality Month, there is no better time to highlight the role of bedding in creating a healthier home environment.

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Market week

Certified Clients at New York Fall Market Week 2024

27 September 2024

Clients of the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program,  Allied Home and Downlite, were proud participants at New York Fall Market Week 2024

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Knauf Insulation, Inc Earns Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification for Its Residential Insulation Product Line

26 September 2024

The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) and Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) announced today a significant expansion of Knauf Insulation, Inc.’s Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® product line to include a range of residential insulation products.

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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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True Value Fall Reunion

True Value Fall Reunion 2024: A Celebration of Commitment to Innovation and Community

23 September 2024

At the True Value Fall Reunion 2024 the company’s dedication to innovation, community, and healthier indoor environments was demonstrated through Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® products.

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pollen screens

Meeting the Demand for Healthier Indoor Air: The Role of Window-Mounted Pollen Screens

17 September 2024

Window-mounted pollen screens offer a simple, effective solution for improving indoor air quality by blocking allergens while allowing natural ventilation, providing a growing market opportunity for manufacturers.

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AAFA’s 2024 Asthma Capitals™ Report: A Call to Action for Healthier Indoor Environments

11 September 2024

AAFA’s 2024 Asthma Capitals™ report highlights the critical role of indoor air quality in asthma management and calls for action to improve indoor environments and reduce asthma disparities across U.S. cities.

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Manson Insulation

General Insulation Co. and Manson Insulation Introduce Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Portfolio

15 July 2024

General Insulation, a national wholesale distributor of commercial and industrial insulation products, is proud to announce the Manson Insulation portfolio of HVAC insulation products is now Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly®.

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Beth Doehner

In Conversation with Beth Doehner: Tarkett’s Growing Range of Certified Products

24 June 2024

At Design Days, Leah McInerney, Customer Success Manager, engaged in conversation with Beth Doehner, Sustainability Program Manager at Tarkett, focusing on their  journey with the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program.

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Building Trust: The Success Story of SIJO and the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program

24 June 2024

In a recent interview with Customer Success Manager, Leah McInerney, Elise Sabak from SIJO shared the remarkable journey and success of their brand in partnership with the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program.

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Tarkett

Tarkett receives award from the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program

20 June 2024

The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program proudly recognized Tarkett’s efforts to address health disparities in underserved communities and their work in creating a healthier indoor environment

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SIJO

Award Presented to SIJO by the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program

20 June 2024

The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program proudly awards the efforts and innovation of Certified company SIJO for their dedication to creating healthier indoor environments.

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Tarkett

Championing Healthier Indoor Spaces: Awards Presented by the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program

20 June 2024

The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program proudly recognizes the efforts and innovation of Certified companies Tarkett and SIJO for their dedication to creating healthier indoor environments.

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Master Paints Certified

We Are Delighted to Announce That Master Paints Has Earned Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification

12 June 2024

Master Paints Eco Pure Satin, Eco Pure Flat and Eco Pure Semi-Gloss paints meet strict standards for minimizing production of irritants and pollutants

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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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Knauf Performance+ Fiberglass Insulation Portfolio is Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly®

1 May 2024

The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) and Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) announced that Knauf’s HVAC fiberglass insulation product line, Knauf Performance+, has been Certified by the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program.

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Knauf performance+

Knauf Announces New Performance+ Fiberglass Insulation Portfolio, Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly®

1 May 2024

Knauf announce the launch of its new HVAC fiberglass insulation product line, Knauf Performance+, the first of its kind to be Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly®

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National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month

1 May 2024

The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), our partners in the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program, has designated May as National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month.

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American coatings show

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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Tarkett’s White Paper Highlights How Certified Flooring Supports IAQ

25 April 2024

Tarkett’s white paper published in IFMA magazine is a thorough examination of indoor air quality and how Certified products can positively impact society

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national healthy homes month

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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IFMA

Certified products highlighted in IFMA magazine

3 April 2024

An article in IFMA: How Climate Change Impacts Our Buildings and the People Inside—and Design Choices That Can Help

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True Value

True Value’s Press Release: TV Receives International Award for High-Quality Paint Line

25 March 2024

True Value Company has received the inaugural “ESG and Community Award” from ASL, recognizing its dedication to community wellbeing

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Uniting for a Healthier Future on St. Patrick’s Day

22 March 2024

At the Enterprise Ireland lunch, ASL hosted a table and brought together a mix of representatives advocating for a healthier future

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AAFA’s Allergy Capitals Report 2024

14 March 2024

This year signifies a notable milestone for the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) with the release of the latest edition of their Allergy Capitals Report. For more than two decades since its establishment in 2003, this annual report has been key in identifying and managing seasonal allergies, which impact over 100 million Americans.

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Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program Honors Clients for Commitment to Innovation

6 March 2024

The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program, which helps consumers identify products more suitable for people with asthma and allergies, has recognized the dedication and innovation of several of the Program’s Certified clients.

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award for LG

Smart Connected Healthier Homes Award for LG at Kitchen and Bath Industry Show

5 March 2024

Our Certification Program ‘Awards Season’ has come to an end, with the final award going to LG at the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show at the Las Vegas Convention Center

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designing healthy interiors

Designing Healthy Interiors

29 February 2024

The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Mark highlights how the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Mark acts as a trusted guide for designers who are seeking to answer the increasing consumer demand for designing healthy interiors.

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championing healthier communities

Rabbit Air: Championing Healthier Communities Through Innovation and Commitment

27 February 2024

At the recent AAAAI Annual Meeting, it was with great pleasure that we honored Rabbit Air, a longstanding client, with an award from the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program—the “Supporting Healthier Communities Award.”

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ESG and Community award

ESG and Community Award : Celebrating True Value’s Dedication to Health and Community

26 February 2024

Amidst a backdrop of celebration and recognition, True Value emerged as the deserving recipient of our inaugural “ESG and Community Award.”

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AAAAI 2024 highlights

Innovating Health Solutions: AAAAI 2024 Highlights

25 February 2024

Our busy Healthy Home booth with client donations, and exciting award ceremonies were among our AAAAI 2024 highlights in Washington DC

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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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