Clean Air Schools for U

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Poor indoor air quality (IAQ) in schools is a growing concern, with pollutant levels often 2-5 times higher than outdoor levels. Because school staff and children spend a considerable amount of their time at schools, exposure to indoor air pollutants is of particular concern. Poor IAQ can affect the health, comfort, concentration and performance of school staff and students. IAQ is influenced by factors such as inadequate ventilation, synthetic materials, and external sources like wildfires and dust storms. Common pollutants include radon, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, particulate matter, and volatile organic compounds. Clean Air Schools for U aims to improve IAQ and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in schools. It will be achieved through energy efficiency and IAQ assessments, indoor/outdoor monitoring of pollutants, and the evaluation of IAQ improvement and GHG reduction strategies. Additionally, community engagement, education, and training activities are included.

IAQ is influenced by factors such as inadequate ventilation, building materials, activities, and external sources like wildfires and dust storms. Common pollutants include radon, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, particulate matter, and volatile organic compounds.

This project aims to improve IAQ and energy efficiency in schools through a comprehensive set of activities.

This project has been funded by the United States Environmental Protection Agency under assistance agreement 84100801 to the University of Utah. It is a collaborative effort involving the University of Utah, Snow College, the Utah Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and Utah Clean Air Partnership (UCAIR).

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