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EPA's Indoor Air Quality - http://www.epa.gov/iaq/
Information for homeowner, schools, commercial buildings and
environmental professional on indoor air quality. Extensive links to
sites.
The Information provided here comes primarily from EPA's "The Inside Story: A Guide to Indoor Air Quality". The information provided here is based on current scientific and technical understanding of the issues presented and is reflective of the jurisdictional boundaries established by the statutes governing the co-authoring agencies. Following the advice given will not necessarily provide complete protection in all situations or against all health hazards that may be caused by indoor air pollution.
What Causes Indoor Air Problems?
Indoor pollution sources that release gases or particles into the air are the primary cause of indoor air quality problems in homes. Inadequate ventilation can increase indoor pollutant levels by not bringing in enough outdoor air to dilute emissions from indoor sources and by not carrying indoor air pollutants out of the home. High temperature and humidity levels can also increase concentrations of some pollutants.
Pollutant Sources
There
are many sources of indoor air pollution in any home. These include
combustion sources such as oil, gas, kerosene, coal, wood, and tobacco
products; building materials and furnishings as diverse as
deteriorated, asbestos-containing insulation, wet or damp carpet, and
cabinetry or furniture made of certain pressed wood products; products
for household cleaning and maintenance, personal care, or hobbies;
central heating and cooling systems and humidification devices; and
outdoor sources such as radon, pesticides, and outdoor air pollution.
What causes Lead Poisoning?
In Children -- Childhood lead poisoning is the number one environmental
health risk for children today. In the United States, more than three
million children age six and younger -- that's one out of six --
already have toxic levels of lead in their bodies.
Ozone Facts: Ozone is a gas. It can be good or bad, depending on where it is. "Good" ozone occurs naturally about 10 to 30 miles above the Earth's surface. It shields us from the sun's ultraviolet rays. Part of the good ozone layer is gone - destroyed by man-made chemicals. Without enough good ozone, people may get too much ultraviolet radiation. This may increase the risk of skin cancer, cataracts and immune system problems.
"Bad" ozone is at ground level. It forms when pollutants from cars, factories and other sources react chemically with sunlight. It is the main ingredient in smog. It is usually worst in the summer. Breathing bad ozone can be harmful, causing coughing, throat irritation, worsening of asthma, bronchitis and emphysema, and even permanent lung damage, if you are regularly exposed to it... Environmental Protection Agency and MedlinePlus complete study on Ozone's impact on your health... http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ozone.html
Identification & Prevention of Indoor Air Hazards
Humans breathe in and out about 20,000 times a day, and most people spend 90% of their time indoors. Many people notice that they feel better when they are outside and that when they are stuck indoors, they frequently have headaches or feel nauseous. Recent research has proven that quality of indoor air is typically much worse than the air found on a typical city street and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has ranked poor indoor air quality as one of the top five health risks.... click to read more
Consider the facts about Home air quality:
- According to the American Lung Association of Minnesota, elements within our home and workplaces have been increasingly recognized as threats to our respiratory health. The most common pollutants are radon, combustion products, biological (molds, pet dander, pollen), volatile organic compounds, lead dust and asbestos.
- The Environmental Protection Agency lists poor indoor air quality as the fourth largest environmental threat to our country.
- There are an estimated 42.6 million Americans living with hay fever and/or asthma. Learning how to control a home’s environment to reduce allergen levels is important for managing allergies and asthma. Individuals who suffer from asthma, or have other respiratory illness may potentially be at a greater risk for health complications associated with poor air quality in their homes.
Greenguard Environmental Institute
- http://www.greenguard.org
A scientific, third party board to establish environmental standards
for indoor products and building materials. Aims to improve public
health and quality of life by encouraging and helping manufacturers to
build better, safer products and to uphold environmental practices in
product development, manufacturing, and distribution.
Commercial Building Ventilation and Indoor
Environmental Quality - http://eetd.lbl.gov/ied/viaq/viaq.html
Explains about research that is being performed at the Lawrence
Berkeley National Laboratory. Offers explanation of ventilation rates,
volatile organic compounds (VOC's), sick building syndrome, and
particle filtration. Page includes information about projects,
publications, and staff.
Residential Air-Cleaning Devices -
A Summary of Available Information -
http://www.epa.gov/iaq/pubs/residair.html
EPA's booklet on indoor air cleaning devices for the home.
Indoor Air -
http://www.blackwellpublishing.com/journal.asp?ref=0905-6947
International journal from Blackwell Publishing covering research on
the nonindustrial indoor environment. General information, contents
lists and abstracts.
WHO: Indoor Air Pollution -
http://www.who.int/indoorair/en/
Background on the public-health impacts of indoor air pollution
(particularly smoke from cooking and heating with solid fuels on open
fires or traditional stoves) and World Health Organization efforts
aimed at control.
- Air Air Consultants - Office of Small Business Assistance Air Consultants Listing
- Air Projects and Programs - US Environmental Protection Agency
- Glossary of Environmental Terms:
EPA's "Terms Of Environment" defines
in non-technical language the more commonly used environmental terms. - NEET - New Environmental Technology. A Clean Air Technology database
- Direct Buy is a club that allows members manufacturer direct pricing for over a million products relating to home remodeling.
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- Self Help from SelfGrowth.com- -SelfGrowth.com is the most complete guide to information about Self Help on the Internet.
Regenerating Your Environment is Healthy Choice you can control.