is it unethical to grow weed in a dark, dank, dirty space? like an unfinished basement with all the appliances?
https://www.calea.org/sites/default/files/Indoor%20Marijuana%20Grow%20Effects.report%20_1b.pdf
Based on the results of our study, the primary exposure of concern is the inhalation of high numbers of mold spores that we found to be present in many of the indoor marijuana grows. The highest concentrations of fungal spores were measured when the plants were being removed from the operation and not during the initial entry. However, even the initial entry at some of the MGO’s was found to expose individuals to fungal spore levels that were well above outside levels. Exposure to these elevated spore levels on a sporadic basis for short periods of time may be well tolerated by most individuals. Individuals exposed to these spore levels for excessive periods of time or with an elevated frequency may develop allergic reactions to the fungal spores resulting in upper respiratory irritation and, in some cases, hypersensitivity pneumonitis. Individuals with an immune deficiency caused by transplant surgery, corticosteroids, illness, or other causes could have severe reactions to these elevated spore levels and experience life- threatening illnesses.
In addition to elevated fungal spore levels, some studies in Canada, have suggested that exposures to carbon monoxide and chemical pesticides may also be possible. Although we did not find any significantly elevated carbon monoxide levels or very toxic pesticides associated with our MGO’s, the possibility does exist that these exposures could be present in some MGO’s. The RCMP has recorded at least one officer that reported symptoms compatible with pesticide poisoning after working in a large MGO for a 5 hour period of time. Elevated carbon monoxide levels have also been reported in some MGO’s.