Indoor Cannabis Growing
Indoor air quality challenges for cannabis growers are distinct from those in most commercial settings. Growers must navigate issues such as managing air pressure to prevent odor leakage, maintaining optimal CO2 levels, preventing contaminant infiltration, and handling heat buildup from grow lamps. These complexities make air quality management a significant hurdle for cannabis cultivators, who often lack education on effective mitigation techniques. To address these issues, upgrading air filters to MERV 13, utilizing UVGI (ultraviolet germicidal irradiation) for controlling microorganisms like powdery mildew, gray mold, and botrytis, and implementing carbon filters for odor control is essential.