Air Quality Matters inside our buildings and out.This Podcast is about Indoor Air Quality, Outdoor Air Quality, Ventilation, and Health in our homes, workplaces...
#59 - Plum Stone: Addressing Indoor Air Quality – Health, Accessibility, Social Justice, and Pandemic Lessons
Send us a textIndoor air quality is an often-overlooked issue that directly impacts public health, especially for individuals with chronic illnesses. Plum Stone, founder of the Safer Air Project, emphasizes the need for better air quality standards to ensure accessibility and inclusion for vulnerable populations. Through personal anecdotes and professional expertise, she sheds light on the urgent need for policy changes, practical solutions, and community advocacy to make indoor spaces safer for everyone.• Plum Stone's personal journey into air quality advocacy • The heightened risks for vulnerable populations during the COVID-19 pandemic • Rethinking air quality through the lens of accessibility and inclusion • The importance of HEPA filters and ventilation systems • Advocacy efforts in schools and healthcare facilities • The role of community collaboration in driving policy changes • Possible actions for listeners to improve indoor air quality Do support our work and advocacy to make safe indoor air a reality for all.Plum Stone - LinkedIn The Safer Air Project Support the showCheck out the Air Quality Matters website for more information, updates and more. And the YouTube Channel This Podcast is brought to you in partnership with.AerecoAicoUltra ProtectInBiotAll great companies that share the podcast's passion for better air quality in the built environment. Supporting them helps support the show.
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#58 - Jeff Colley: Navigating Sustainability Challenges – Building Performance, Regulatory Evolution, and Global Perspectives
Send us a textThis episode emphasises the vital connection between indoor air quality and building sustainability, featuring insights from expert Jeff Colley. The discussion covers advancements in air-tightness standards, the importance of empirical data, the challenges of communication in the industry, and the necessity for robust regulatory frameworks that promote sustainable building practices. • Discussion of the evolution of sustainability and air quality standards • Importance of air-tightness tests in improving indoor air quality • Need for greater transparency and data-driven decision-making in the industry • Examination of the government's role in promoting sustainable building practices • Challenges of greenwashing and superficial claims in construction • Emphasis on the interconnectedness of air quality and societal norms Jeff Colley LinkedIn Passive House Plus Ireland Passive House Plus UKZero Ambitions Podcast Support the showCheck out the Air Quality Matters website for more information, updates and more. And the YouTube Channel This Podcast is brought to you in partnership with.AerecoAicoUltra ProtectInBiotAll great companies that share the podcast's passion for better air quality in the built environment. Supporting them helps support the show.
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#57 - John Edwards: Preserving Heritage Buildings – Ventilation Challenges, Retrofitting Pitfalls, and the Path to Skilled Expertise
Send us a textThis episode explores the challenges traditional buildings face regarding air quality and moisture management, featuring expert John Edwards. We discuss the skills gap in the construction industry, the need for training, effective measurement and monitoring practices for air quality, and the importance of adapting our approaches to heritage conservation. • Importance of understanding traditional buildings and their implications • Notable statistics about traditional building stock in Europe • Essential training needs for construction professionals • Tools and techniques for monitoring humidity and air quality • The role of moisture management in health and building preservation • Need for collaborative education and informed practices in retrofitting • Effects of modernisation on traditional construction John Edwards - LinkedIn Edwards HartSupport the showCheck out the Air Quality Matters website for more information, updates and more. And the YouTube Channel This Podcast is brought to you in partnership with.AerecoAicoUltra ProtectInBiotAll great companies that share the podcast's passion for better air quality in the built environment. Supporting them helps support the show.
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#56 - Jack Harvie-Clark: Unravelling Noise Impact – Acoustic Health Challenges, Building Standards, and Innovations
Send us a textThe podcast episode explores the intricate relationship between sound quality, health, and ventilation systems in our built environments. It discusses the direct and indirect impacts of noise on human health, emphasizing the importance of considering acoustics in air quality management. Key points include non-acoustic factors influencing annoyance and the need for updated regulations and standards in noise management.• Addressing the health impacts of noise pollution • Understanding direct and indirect pathways of noise effects • Non-acoustic factors influencing annoyance and perception • Importance of community trust in noise management strategies • Current standards for noise levels in residential settings • Potential revisions to national standards for facade sound insulation • Advocating for measurement and validation of sound levels in buildingsJack Harvie-Clarke LinkedinApex AcousticsSupport the showCheck out the Air Quality Matters website for more information, updates and more. And the YouTube Channel This Podcast is brought to you in partnership with.AerecoAicoUltra ProtectInBiotAll great companies that share the podcast's passion for better air quality in the built environment. Supporting them helps support the show.
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#55 - Nels Anderson: Bridging Air Quality Gaps – Middle Tier Sensors, Occupational Safety, and Technological Integration
Send us a textUnderstanding the intersection of low-cost sensors and advanced environmental technology is crucial for enhancing air quality monitoring. The episode features an insightful conversation with Nels Anderson, who discusses the emergence of near reference grade sensors, the evolving role of occupational hygienists, and the impact of COVID-19 on air quality expectations.• The significance of near reference grade sensors in occupational hygiene • How low-cost sensors have changed the air quality landscape • Bridging the skills gap with user-friendly technology • Enhancing user experience through improved interfaces • The shifting dynamics of air quality monitoring post-COVIDNels Anderson LinkedInTSISupport the showCheck out the Air Quality Matters website for more information, updates and more. And the YouTube Channel This Podcast is brought to you in partnership with.AerecoAicoUltra ProtectInBiotAll great companies that share the podcast's passion for better air quality in the built environment. Supporting them helps support the show.
Air Quality Matters inside our buildings and out.This Podcast is about Indoor Air Quality, Outdoor Air Quality, Ventilation, and Health in our homes, workplaces, and education settings.And we already have many of the tools we need to make a difference.The conversations we have and how we share this knowledge is the key to our success.We speak with the leaders at the heart of this sector about them and their work, innovation and where this is all going.Air quality is the single most significant environmental risk we face to our health and wellbeing, and its impacts on us, our friends, our families, and society are profound.From housing to the workplace, education to healthcare, the quality of the air we breathe matters. Air Quality Matters
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