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Air Quality Matters Podcast

Indoor air quality, ventilation and health.

The Air Quality Matters podcast talks to leaders across the world and across sectors to discuss one of the most important environmental risk we face, a built environment playing catch up and innovation everywhere.

From housing to the workplace, education to healthcare, the quality of the air we breathe impacts us all.

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Shifting Sands of Sustainability: A Conversation with Jeff Colley

The built environment is in constant flux, grappling with the intertwined challenges of sustainability and indoor air quality (IAQ). We know that IAQ often rides on the coattails of sustainability initiatives, but where exactly is the sustainability sector today, and what lessons can we learn from its journey to inform the burgeoning IAQ movement?

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The Silent Threat: Why Acoustics Matter in Ventilation

We often focus on aspects of indoor environmental quality: temperature, light, and air Quality. But what about the soundscape of our buildings?

On this episode of Air Quality Matters, I sat down with Jack Harvie-Clark , founder of Apex Acoustics Ltd and a leading voice in the acoustics field

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Bridging the Gap: Near-Reference Grade Sensors and the Future of Industrial Hygiene

I had a fascinating conversation with Nels Anderson , Business Director at TSI Incorporated , a company renowned for its high-precision measurement technology. We delved into the world of "near-reference grade" environmental sensors, a fascinating middle ground between low-cost sensors and the gold-standard research-grade equipment used by academics.

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A conversation with Joakim Lindh - Airthings

This week we’re diving into a fascinating conversation with Joakim Lindh, Head of Strategic Growth at Airthings. Joakim’s career has spanned the evolution of connected devices, from his beginnings at Texas Instruments to his current role at Airthings

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A Conversation with Maria Figols, Co-Founder of InBiot

I had the pleasure of speaking with Maria Figols, Chief Scientific Officer and co-founder of InBiot. Maria brings an impressive experience in healthy, sustainable, and efficient building design. As a technical architect and building engineer with a master's in building biology, Maria’s expertise in connecting technology and human health is evident in her work at InBiot

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The Critical Importance of Measuring Ventilation in Modern Buildings

On World Ventilate Day, we’re reminded of the critical link between ventilation and healthy indoor spaces. As we spend more time indoors, the quality of the air we breathe is increasingly vital—not just for our physical health but also for productivity and cognitive function.

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Change the Air Foundation - Brandon Chappo

This week on the Podcast, we take a closer look at the work of Change the Air Foundation and Brandon Chappo , a non-profit organization dedicated to improving indoor air quality by addressing the issues of dampness, mould, and water damage in U.S. buildings.

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Air Quality, Healthy Buildings, and Human Well-Being

In this episode of Air Quality Matters, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Michael D. Ham , a passionate advocate for a holistic approach to air quality, technology design, and human health. Our conversation touched on the important role our built environments play in shaping our well-being, particularly in the evolving landscape of work-from-home culture.

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GO AQS air quality standard

I revisit a topic of growing importance with air quality expert Sotirios Sotirios Papathanasiou— a conversation around the creation of the GO AQS Global Open Air Quality Standard. This standard, a comprehensive new approach to improving indoor air quality, aims to unite academics, industry leaders, and policymakers under one umbrella of best practices.

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Radon and Retrofit: Understanding the Risks

In the field of air quality, few topics are as essential—and misunderstood—as radon. As a naturally occurring radioactive gas, radon can pose significant risks to human health, particularly in areas where it's prevalent due to geology

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Ensuring Quality Ventilation:

In the realm of indoor air quality, the significance of proper ventilation cannot be overstated. It's not just about ensuring fresh air circulation; it's about safeguarding public health, enhancing well-being, and protecting our investments.

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Citizen Science: Engaging the Public in Air Quality Research

Air quality is an issue that affects us all, yet understanding and addressing it often feels like an exclusive domain for scientists and policymakers. However, there’s a growing movement that bridges the gap between professional researchers and the public: citizen science.

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