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Conclusions from the GO AQS Mould/Mold Working Group Call
On April 23, 2026, the GO AQS Mould/Mold Working Group convened to synthesize findings from expert surveys, global standards, and current scientific literature to establish a unified approach to indoor mould management. The call brought together experts from the United States, Europe, Asia, and Australia, highlighting a significant consensus on moving away from rigid, absolute…
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GO AQS White Paper v1.1.0.0 – Update
We are pleased to announce an update to our indoor air quality standards. This revision ensures our benchmarks remain scientifically rigorous while acknowledging the changing environmental realities of 2026. Changelog: You will find the latest version of the white paper on the home page at www.goaqs.org. If members have any comments about the changes please feel free…
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Driving Global Progress: How GO AQS Aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals
At GO AQS, our mission to ensure everyone breathes clean air is inextricably linked to the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda. By focusing on air quality, we are not just addressing an environmental concern; we are actively contributing to a broader global framework for health, equity, and sustainability. Health and Wellbeing at the Core The most…
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Bridging the Gap: GO IAQS Inside an inBiot AI Agent and What We’re Learning Building an Agentic IAQ Consultant
The transition from static Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) monitoring to active, intelligent intervention marks a pivotal shift in environmental health. By integrating the Global Open Indoor Air Quality Standards (GO IAQS) into an agentic AI framework, we are moving beyond simple data collection toward an “Agentic IAQ Consultant.” This article explores the technical and ethical…
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Announcement: Join IDEAL Cluster in Brussels for a Landmark IAQ Summit!
GO AQS is proud to announce our official support for the upcoming IDEAL Cluster Summit, hosted in collaboration with our longtime partners at the EDIAQI project. Having collaborated with the EDIAQI team (a Horizon Europe initiative) on numerous occasions, we have seen firsthand their commitment to advancing the science of indoor environments. We are thrilled…
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Bridging the Gap: AirVoice Implemented GO IAQS for Better Indoor Air Reporting
In the evolving landscape of building health, the lack of a standardized language for Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) has often left facility managers and occupants in the dark. Recognizing this, GO AQS introduced a unified framework in late 2025 to harmonize IAQ communication. AirVoice has recently demonstrated its leadership in this space by being among…
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Why South Korea’s New Air Quality Standards Miss the Mark on Ultrafine Particles Indoors
South Korea recently made headlines by tightening its indoor air quality standards. Under the revised Enforcement Rule of the Indoor Air Quality Control Act, the maximum allowable level of ultrafine dust in public facilities—including libraries, museums, and private academies—was lowered from 50 micrograms per cubic meter (μg/m3) to 40 μg/m3. While the Ministry of Government Legislation frames…
Keep readingThe State of Mold Assessment: Insights from the GO AQS Mold Working Group
As the scientific community continues to grapple with the complexities of indoor mold, the GO AQS Mold Working Group conducted a comprehensive survey of industry experts. The goal was to move past anecdotal evidence and establish a clearer picture of how mold should be measured, interpreted, and communicated to the public. 1. International and Regional…
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Bridging the Gap: AirGradient Implements the GO IAQS Vision
For too long, indoor air quality (IAQ) data has lived in silos. Building managers and residents often find themselves staring at a dashboard of disparate numbers PM2.5 levels in μg/m3 and CO2 in ppm, without a clear understanding of how these factors interact to affect human health and cognitive performance. The Global Open Indoor Air…
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The GO IAQS Summary is Now Global and Available in 9 Languages
At GO AQS, we believe that clean air and the knowledge to achieve it shouldn’t be limited by language. In our ongoing mission to make critical information more accessible to every corner of the globe, we are thrilled to announce that the GO IAQS Summary is now available in 9 languages. This expansion is a…
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GO AQS and Smart Building Collective Announce Strategic Partnership to Redefine Healthy Smart Buildings
GO AQS is proud to announce a new strategic partnership with the Smart Building Collective (SBC). This collaboration marks a significant step forward in our mission to bridge the gap between technical air quality excellence and the global smart building ecosystem. By combining GO AQS’s deep technical expertise in indoor air quality (IAQ) and building science with…
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News: The Indoor-CO2 Atlas Meets GO IAQS
We are thrilled to announce a powerful new collaboration for indoor air quality transparency. Thanks to the tireless dedication of Mr. Aurel Wünsch, developer of the Indoor-CO2 Atlas, users can now enable the GO IAQS Score metrics directly into their data tracking with just a single click. A Tool Born from Necessity The Indoor-CO2 Atlas…
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Shaping the Future of Living: Healthy Homes Hub x GO AQS
Healthy Homes Hub and the Global Open Air Quality Standards (GO AQS) are thrilled to announce a strategic collaboration aimed at redefining the quality of the air we breathe where it matters most: inside our homes. By uniting the UK’s leading network for housing health and the world’s most transparent open-source air quality standard, this…
Keep readingComing Soon: Mold Working Group Survey
We are gearing up to gather some essential insights, and we want your voice to be heard! Very soon, we will be reaching out to all members of the Mold Working Group with an invitation to participate in an upcoming survey. Your feedback is vital to shaping our next steps and ensuring we’re addressing the most pressing…
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Summary of the PM Working Group Discussion on Submicron and Ultrafine Particles
Two sessions within the Particulate Matter (PM) Working Group have highlighted a critical shift in air quality monitoring: the move away from traditional mass-based measurements toward tracking the number and surface area of the smallest particles. While PM2.5 is currently well-regulated, the scientific community is increasingly concerned about submicron and ultrafine particles (UFP), which pose…
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Why the GO IAQS Score Replaced Conventional “Green”
The shift from the conventional “Green” to the specific “Blue” hue in the GO IAQS Score represents a significant evolution in how we communicate environmental health. While green has been the conventional way for “Good” for decades, GO AQS has prioritized accessibility and psychological resonance over tradition. Here is why the transition to #658eff is more than just…
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Standardizing Breath: How K-HEALTHinAIR is Mapping the Future of Healthy Indoor Environments
In recent years, the invisible atmosphere within our buildings has come under intense scrutiny. As we spend approximately 90% of our time indoors, the quality of the air we breathe has a profound impact on our long-term health, cognitive function, and general well-being. To address the significant gaps in our understanding of these effects, a…
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Announcement: Join the International Symposium of Environmental Quality in Educational Spaces
At GO AQS, we know that the air we breathe directly impacts how we think, feel, and learn. That’s why we are thrilled to invite our community of experts to the upcoming International Symposium of Environmental Quality in Educational Spaces (in-SiEqES). This vital event is organized by the Lime4Health project and coordinated by the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM). Why…
Keep readingA Synthesis of Expert Views on Submicron and Ultrafine Particles
For decades, the global standard for measuring indoor air quality (IAQ) has focused on PM2.5, particulate matter with an aerodynamic diameter of 2.5 micrometers or less. However, recent findings from the Particulate Matter Working Group suggest that this mass-based metric may be overlooking the most significant health risks. By synthesizing expert survey data and recent…
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GO AQS Officially Joins Clean Air Night as a National Supporter
GO AQS has officially become a supporter of Clean Air Night, a national campaign dedicated to protecting our health and the environment by highlighting the impact of domestic wood burning. At GO AQS, our mission is built on the foundation of equity, equality, and the universal right to breathe clean air. By partnering with Global…
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GO AQS and VERT Association Announce Strategic Partnership to Tackle Ultrafine Particle Pollution
GO AQS is excited to announce a formal partnership with the VERT Association, a premier international organization dedicated to the promotion of Best Available Technology (BAT) for emission control and the elimination of ultrafine particle emissions from all sources. This partnership unites two organizations committed to scientific excellence and public health. While VERT has spent…
Keep readingAttention: Particulate Matter Working Group Members
We have an important update regarding our ongoing research initiatives. A new survey focused on submicron and ultrafine particles has been sent out to all GO AQS members registered under the Particulate Matter Working Group. This survey is a critical component of our current data collection efforts, and we value your expert input. Deadline Please complete and submit…
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GO AQS and Clean Indoor Air Toronto Join Forces to Advocate for Healthier Indoor Environments
GO AQS is proud to announce a new collaboration with Clean Indoor Air Toronto (CIATO), a leading advocacy group dedicated to improving air quality standards across Ontario. This partnership marks a significant step forward in the shared mission to ensure that the air we breathe indoors is as safe and clean as possible. As a…
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Happy 2026: Why 2026 is the Year of Real IAQ Collaboration
As the calendar turns and we welcome 2026, the team at GO AQS wants to wish our global community a very Happy New Year! Every new year offers a chance to reset, but 2026 feels fundamentally different. While previous years were defined by rapid technological shifts and individual innovations, we believe 2026 will be defined by something much…
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Highlights from the GO AQS Global Webinars December 2025
The Global Open Air Quality Standards (GO AQS) held its 1st General Assembly Webinar across two sessions on December 11, 2025, bringing together international experts and academics to discuss foundational steps and future directions for Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) worldwide. The sessions highlighted a consensus that IAQ must fundamentally shift from being a marginalized technical…
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WHO Releases HRAPIE-2: Updated Guidance to Reshape Global Air Quality Standards
The World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Europe has published a critical new document, Health risks of air pollution in Europe: HRAPIE-2 project, providing updated, evidence-based guidance that is set to become a vital resource for policymakers and organizations worldwide, including the Global Open Air Quality Standards (GO AQS). This report updates the original 2013 HRAPIE…
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Webinar Announcement: Unveiling the Future of Indoor Air Quality!
GO AQS is thrilled to invite you to an exclusive webinar discussing the foundational document for the next generation of Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) standards and implementation. 🗓️ Webinar Details 🔍 What We Will Cover Join our leading experts as they break down the critical components of the White Paper Version 1.0, which is set…
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GO AQS White Paper v1.0 – Milestone
We are proud to announce the official release of Version 1.0 of the GO AQS White Paper! This milestone signifies a major step forward, as we proudly present the definitive first version of our open and common standards. This latest version incorporates crucial updates and enhancements, solidifying GO AQS’s commitment to transparency, scientific rigor, and practical implementation. Changelog:…
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World Ventil8 Day: Ensuring Our Indoor Environments are Safe and Healthy
Every year on November 8th, the world turns its attention to the often-unseen hero of public health: ventilation. On this World Ventil8 Day, the Global Open Air Quality Standards (GO AQS) proudly joins the global community in raising awareness about the profound impact of fresh air on our health, productivity, and overall well-being. At GO AQS, we hold a…
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We’re making the invisible visible – because everyone deserves to breathe safely indoors
We spend most of our lives indoors, and yet the air we breathe is usually an afterthought. Poor indoor air quality (IAQ) can be caused by viruses, mould, dust or chemicals and is known to impact how people feel, function and stay well. Some of us are more affected than others – especially people with…
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