indoor air pollution News
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Research: many air pollutants are higher indoors than outdoors
Levels of many harmful air pollutants are higher indoors than outdoors, according to new research conducted within the European Union, released this week (8th February). These latest findings, which identify the main polluters and map their geographical distribution, come from the European Indoor Air Monitoring and Exposure Assessment Project (AIRMEX), an EU funded project. The importance of ...
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Researchers Call for More Emphasis on Indoor Pollution Monitoring
Indoor pollution is killing people at rates significantly higher than outdoor pollution, and the general public has for years been none the wiser new research reveals. According to a recent publication by leading global air filtration specialist Camfil, many people are unaware of the massive number of indoor pollution related deaths that occur annually. According to the World Health Organization, ...
By Camfil Ltd
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EPA Awards $66,000 to Improve Santa Clara County Indoor Air
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently awarded $66,400 to the San Jose, Calif.-based organization Breathe California of the Bay Area for reducing indoor air pollutant exposure through training and education. “EPA is proud to be working with our awardees across the nation to improve the air we breathe at school, work and home,” said Gina McCarthy, assistant administrator ...
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French study links poor air quality in classrooms to respiratory problems in children
Poor indoor air quality in schools is responsible for respiratory health problems in children, according to a study carried out in France. After studying air samples and children from 108 primary schools, the researchers concluded that “children were differently exposed to poor air quality in classrooms” and that almost 30% were “highly exposed according to available ...
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IndoorDoctor Tests Harmful Radiation Exposure From Cell Phones
The World Health Organization (WHO) announced yesterday that radiation from cell phones increases users' risk of getting cancer. According to the WHO's International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), radiofrequency electromagnetic fields (EMF) have been classified as possibly carcinogenic to humans. IndoorDoctor LLC, a leading New England-based environmental engineering firm specializing ...
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Indoor air quality survey launched for the facilities management/building services sector
Camfil UK, the world leader in providing air filtration solutions for maintaining healthy and comfortable indoor environments, has launched a quick 2 minute survey on indoor air quality for FM, Estates Managers and Building Services professionals in the UK. Camfil UK have launched the national survey exploring general awareness and understanding of indoor air quality (IAQ) in non-domestic ...
By Camfil Ltd
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IAQ Complaints in the Office Often Caused by More than One Issue
Millions of Americans spend 8 or more hours of their day in office buildings across the nation. As the public has come to recognize the importance of good indoor air quality (IAQ) for their health, comfort and productivity, its importance has grown in recent years. Unfortunately, not all office workers breathe good air while on the job. Many office buildings have a number of significant ...
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Levels of several air pollutants are higher indoors than outdoors
New European research finds that the levels of several harmful air pollutants are greater indoors than outdoors, and even greater when measured on the person themselves. The measured levels of benzene are especially concerning and often indicate higher exposure than what is normally associated with the annual EU limit value set for ambient air quality. The European Environment and Health ...
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National Indoor Air Quality Awareness Month
Indoor air quality (IAQ) refers to the air quality within and around buildings and structures, especially as it relates to the health and comfort of building occupants according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). With many people spending around 90% of their time indoors, the quality of the air they breathe is a key component to their well-being. Understanding and controlling ...
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Puerto Ricans Reminded of Indoor Air Pollutants during Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Across Puerto Rico and the rest of the United States, November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Lung cancer is the leading cause of death due to cancer and the second most commonly diagnosed cancer in both genders. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2010 there were 201,144 people who were diagnosed with lung cancer in the United States. That same ...
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PPM Technlogy's IAQ Monitors enables a more effective air-conditioning system.
The most accurate way to monitor a building's Indoor Air Quality is by continuously monitoring a number of parameters that contribute to a building's indoor air quality. PPM Technology's Wireless IAQ Profile Monitor system can continuously detect, measure and record a number of customer specified parameters, including Temperature, Humidity, Nitrogen Dioxide, Carbon Monoxide, Carbon Dioxide, ...
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IAQ Test Kits Help Keep Families and Workers Safe and Productive
People need to know that their homes, schools and places of business have safe indoor air quality (IAQ). According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), “Health effects from indoor air pollutants may be experienced soon after exposure or, possibly, years later.” These indoor air quality pollutants may include a variety of different contaminants and gases. Mold, carbon ...
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IAQ Index Releases Online Video about Home Test Kits
Earlier this month, the nation’s leading provider of health-based consumer test kits for analyzing the indoor air quality of homes, schools and places of business released an online video explaining how the kits work. IAQ Index produced the video to help educate the public about indoor air quality issues. People spend up to 90% of their time indoors so it’s important to know that ...
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More than One Cause of Many Indoor Air Quality Complaints
Indoor air quality (IAQ) complaints have steadily been on the rise as more people spend time indoors, buildings are constructed ever tighter, and more people learn about the health effects of poor air quality. Few people would ever admit to wanting to live in a home with IAQ problems, sending their children to a school with a contaminated indoor environment, or spending 40+ hours at the ...
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OSHA Releases a New IAQ Document for Commercial and Institutional Buildings
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) just released “Indoor Air Quality in Commercial and Institutional Buildings”. The booklet offers practical guidance for IAQ issues that are important for building owners and operators as well as industrial hygienists and IAQ professionals. According to the OSHA document, “Indoor air quality (IAQ) is a major concern to ...
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National Indoor Air Quality Awareness Month and Resources for Businesses and Institutions in Puerto Rico
A comfortable temperature and relative humidity, good ventilation, and a lack of unpleasant odors comes to mind for many people when discussing indoor air quality (IAQ). Equally important is understanding and controlling airborne pollutants found indoors to help reduce the risk of health concerns. Americans, on average, spend approximately 90% of their time indoors. The concentrations of some ...
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TSI Expands Its Offerings for Indoor Air Quality Monitoring
TSI Incorporated, the global leader in performance measurement solutions, is excited to announce the expansion of the TSI AirAssure™ Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Monitor product line. The newest addition, the AirAssure™ 8144-2, a two-gas model designed to help you understand and manage common indoor air pollutants utilizes low-cost sensor technology to continuously monitor carbon dioxide ...
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LumaSense introduces easy-to-use solution for measuring air exchange and purification efficiency with unparalleled accuracy
LumaSense Technologies, Inc. introduces the Innova 1403 multipoint gas sampler and doser for air-exchange and flow analysis. This system is bundled in a system solution and includes the Innova 1403, the Innova 1412i Photoacoustic Gas Monitor, and 7650 Application Software. Two variations of the system solution are available: Innova 3750-2 Basic Ventilation System Dual Gas and Innova 3750-5 Basic ...
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Free Radon Test Kit Offered by the Leading IAQ Home Test Kit Provider
With fall officially arriving last month, many parts of the country are experiencing cool days and even cooler nights. This autumn weather often causes people to begin shutting windows and firing up the HVAC system to bring warmth and comfort to their homes. As people begin to keep doors and windows shut, any indoor air pollutants may begin to buildup. One of these pollutants is a cancer ...
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Are Dangerous Biological Pollutants in Your Home?
EMSL Analytical provides environmental and indoor air quality (IAQ) testing solutions to protect building occupants from biological and chemical contaminants. Cinnaminson, NJ, March 4th, 2011 The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) released a booklet entitled “Biological Pollutants in Your Home” to inform the public about potential indoor air quality (IAQ) health risks. ...
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