Category: GO IAQS
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Ozone WG – Conclusion
The Ozone Working Group (WG) convened on April 2nd, 2025, as part of the Global Open Air Quality Standards initiative, to delve into the specifics of incorporating ozone (O₃) into indoor air quality guidelines. Following previous discussions on particulate matter, carbon dioxide, and carbon monoxide, this session focused on the unique challenges posed by ozone,…
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Formaldehyde WG – Conclusion
The Global Open Air Quality Standards (GO AQS) working group convened to discuss the establishment of standards for formaldehyde, building upon previous discussions on particulate matter, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and ozone. Reconsidering Space Adaptability and Target Limits The discussion began with the concept of “space adaptability,” a feature within GO AQS that links average…
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Carbon Monoxide WG – Conclusion
A recent meeting of the Carbon Monoxide (CO) Working Group convened to discuss various aspects of establishing air quality standards for this critical pollutant. The discussion spanned from the applicability of space-dependent limits to the technicalities of sensor technology and the units used for measurement. This article summarizes the key deliberations and the apparent direction…
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Carbon Dioxide WG – Conclusion
Two working group sessions dedicated to carbon dioxide. The discussions centered around establishing appropriate indoor air quality standards for carbon dioxide levels, considering various perspectives from international regulations, scientific research, and member feedback. This article summarizes the key points of these deliberations and the preliminary direction emerging from the discussions. Initial Proposals and Rationale The…
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Particulate Matter WG – Conclusion
The GO AQS recently convened two working group sessions focused on establishing limits for particulate matter (PM). These sessions brought together a diverse group of individuals, including toxicologists, building operators, air quality experts, and academics, to discuss and provide feedback on proposed standards for both PM2.5 and submicron particle counts. Initial Proposals and Feedback on…
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Important: GO AQS Virtual Working Group Meetings – March 31st – April 5th
Dear GO AQS Members, We are excited to announce a series of crucial virtual meetings for all GO AQS Working Groups, scheduled from March 31st to April 5th. These meetings will provide a platform for us to collaboratively discuss, refine, and finalize the limits based on the results from each Working Group (WG). Your active…
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GO AQS Working Groups are officially OPEN
The Global Open Air Quality Standards (GO AQS) Working Groups (WGs) are officially OPEN for input! Working Groups For the next month, our invited experts will be sharing their valuable insights and expertise to help shape the future of air quality standards. This crucial step will ensure we create effective and impactful standards for cleaner…
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GO AQS Virtual Discussion Session 1 – Recording
The GO AQS Virtual Discussion Session 1 was held on January 15, 2025 to discuss updates and feedback on the development of the GO AQS index and more. The session began with updates from the Main Committee, including progress on the white paper, discussions with green building certificate programs, and upcoming events. The majority of…
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