A review of relevant parameters for assessing indoor air quality in educational facilities
Artykuł przeglądowy (review)
MNiSW
100
Lista 2024
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| Autorzy: | Branco Pedro T. B. S., Sousa Sofia I. V., Dudzińska Marzenna, Ruzgar Duygu Gazioglu, Mutlu Mustafa, Panaras Georgios, Papadopoulos Giannis, Saffell John, Scutaru Ana Maria, Struck Christian, Weersink Annemarie |
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| Rok wydania: | 2024 |
| Wersja dokumentu: | Drukowana | Elektroniczna |
| Język: | angielski |
| Wolumen/Tom: | 261 |
| Numer artykułu: | 119713 |
| Strony: | 1 - 15 |
| Impact Factor: | 7,7 |
| Web of Science® Times Cited: | 1 |
| Scopus® Cytowania: | 1 |
| Bazy: | Web of Science | Scopus |
| Efekt badań statutowych | NIE |
| Finansowanie: | This publication is based upon work from COST Action INDAIR- POLLNET (CA17136), supported by COST (European Cooperation in Science and Technology) (www.cost.eu). The support and original concept designed by Nicola Carslaw (U. York) is hereby acknowledged. Two authors (PTBS Branco and SIV Sousa) are integrated members of LEPABE, financially supported by national funds through FCT/MCTES (PIDDAC): LEPABE, UIDB/00511/2020 (DOI: 10.54499/UIDB/00511/ 2020) and UIDP/00511/2020 (DOI: 10.54499/UIDP/00511/2020) and ALiCE, LA/P/0045/2020 (DOI: 10.54499/LA/P/0045/2020). PTBS Branco thanks FCT/MCTES for the financial support of his work contract through the Scientific Employment Stimulus – Individual Call 5th Edition, with the reference 2022.05461.CEECIND/CP1733/CT0011 (DOI: 10.54499/2022.05461.CEECIND/CP1733/CT0011). S.I.V. Sousa thanks FCT/MCTES for the financial support of his work contract with the reference CEECIND/02477/2017/CP1399/CT0007 (DOI: 10.54499/ CEECIND/02477/2017/CP1399/CT0007). |
| Materiał konferencyjny: | NIE |
| Publikacja OA: | TAK |
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| Sposób udostępnienia: | Witryna wydawcy |
| Wersja tekstu: | Ostateczna wersja opublikowana |
| Czas opublikowania: | W momencie opublikowania |
| Data opublikowania w OA: | 31 lipca 2024 |
| Abstrakty: | angielski |
| Indoor air quality (IAQ) in educational facilities is crucial due to the extended time students spend in those environments, affecting their health, academic performance, and attendance. This paper aimed to review relevant parameters (building characteristics and factors related with occupancy and activities) for assessing IAQ in educational facilities, and to identify the parameters to consider when performing an IAQ monitoring campaign in schools. It also intended to identify literature gaps and suggest future research directions. A narrative literature review was conducted, focusing on seven key parameters: building location, layout and construction materials, ventilation and air cleaning systems, finishing materials, occupant demographics, occupancy, and activities. The findings revealed that carbon dioxide (CO2) levels were predominantly influenced by classroom occupancy and ventilation rates, while particulate matter (PM) concentrations were significantly influenced by the building’s location, design, and occupant activities. Furthermore, this review highlighted the presence of other pollutants, such as trace metals, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), carbon monoxide (CO), nitrogen dioxide (NO2), ozone (O3), and radon, linking them to specific factors within the school environment. Different IAQ patterns, and consequently different parameters, were observed in various school areas, including classrooms, canteens, gymnasiums, computer rooms, and laboratories. While substantial literature exists on IAQ in schools, significant gaps still remain. This study highlighted the need for more studies in middle and high schools, as well as in other indoor microenvironments within educational settings beyond classrooms. Additionally, it underscored the need for comprehensive exposure assessments, long-term studies, and the impacts of new materials on IAQ including the effects of secondary reactions on surfaces. Seasonal variations and the implications of emerging technologies were also identified as requiring further investigation. Addressing those gaps through targeted research and considering the most updated standards and guidelines for IAQ, could lead to define more effective strategies for improving IAQ and safeguarding the students’ health and performance. |
