Tag: health
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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 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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