The question is, "Just what CAN you do to prevent indoor air pollution?"
The world is becoming more aware of indoor air pollution, which is coupled so closely to indoor air pollution
As governments do, laws are being passed by legislative bodies forcing reduction of emissions. Educators are doing their part, sometimes at student's very young ages. Groups utilizing science are studying the damaging effects on plants, animals and human life.
Measuring and assessment are the first steps in solving the problem. Through scientific research new standards have been developed for measuring the amount of serious air pollutants.
Now that quantification or measurement of the most dangerous pollutants is in hand the question then becomes just how much exposure to certain pollutants is harmful.
Steps can be taken to reduce pollutants levels once exposure levels have been identified. This is where legislation then steps in and sets the guidelines and rules.
Many countries have set controls on pollution emissions for transportation vehicles and industry. This is usually done to through a variety of coordinating agencies which monitor the air and the environment.
The Atmosphere Management Program, an agency in the United Nations, carries out research on worldwide environmental problems.
The Environmental Protection Agency is charged with such matters in the United States.
Added to this we find that many States and Local governments also participate in monitoring air pollution.
Possibly the most important result of all these activities is prevention of air pollution.
Beyond governmental controls much of prevention can be brought into our own homes through wise selection of products used, elimination of cigarette smoke in our homes and indoor areas, better heating and cooling systems, etc.
Building materials should be reviewed for potential harmful effects.
Having fresh air being introduced into a home or office is a key factor in controlling indoor air pollution. Home and offices can use exhaust and air exchanging units to keep indoor air fresh. New technology is now available in the form of small indoor air purification systems that recreate the effects of Mother Nature in purifying the air.
Cigarette and cigar smoke is possibly the most dangerous air pollutant in our indoor and even outdoor areas. Progress has been made on restricting smoking in many public areas. If you enter a place that smells of such smoke, it is wise to leave.
The American Association for Respiratory Care can provide additional information about the dangers of "secondhand" cigarette smoke.
If we are going to have and pass on a healthy environment for future generations we all will each need to bend a little to accept the regulations required by our governments?
It is now your turn. Start paying attention and doing your own research on indoor air pollution and outdoor air pollution and then doing your part to participate in prevention.
The world is becoming more aware of indoor air pollution, which is coupled so closely to indoor air pollution
As governments do, laws are being passed by legislative bodies forcing reduction of emissions. Educators are doing their part, sometimes at student's very young ages. Groups utilizing science are studying the damaging effects on plants, animals and human life.
Measuring and assessment are the first steps in solving the problem. Through scientific research new standards have been developed for measuring the amount of serious air pollutants.
Now that quantification or measurement of the most dangerous pollutants is in hand the question then becomes just how much exposure to certain pollutants is harmful.
Steps can be taken to reduce pollutants levels once exposure levels have been identified. This is where legislation then steps in and sets the guidelines and rules.
Many countries have set controls on pollution emissions for transportation vehicles and industry. This is usually done to through a variety of coordinating agencies which monitor the air and the environment.
The Atmosphere Management Program, an agency in the United Nations, carries out research on worldwide environmental problems.
The Environmental Protection Agency is charged with such matters in the United States.
Added to this we find that many States and Local governments also participate in monitoring air pollution.
Possibly the most important result of all these activities is prevention of air pollution.
Beyond governmental controls much of prevention can be brought into our own homes through wise selection of products used, elimination of cigarette smoke in our homes and indoor areas, better heating and cooling systems, etc.
Building materials should be reviewed for potential harmful effects.
Having fresh air being introduced into a home or office is a key factor in controlling indoor air pollution. Home and offices can use exhaust and air exchanging units to keep indoor air fresh. New technology is now available in the form of small indoor air purification systems that recreate the effects of Mother Nature in purifying the air.
Cigarette and cigar smoke is possibly the most dangerous air pollutant in our indoor and even outdoor areas. Progress has been made on restricting smoking in many public areas. If you enter a place that smells of such smoke, it is wise to leave.
The American Association for Respiratory Care can provide additional information about the dangers of "secondhand" cigarette smoke.
If we are going to have and pass on a healthy environment for future generations we all will each need to bend a little to accept the regulations required by our governments?
It is now your turn. Start paying attention and doing your own research on indoor air pollution and outdoor air pollution and then doing your part to participate in prevention.
About the Author:
EPA reports that Indoor Air Pollution is America's number one health concern. The air we breathe in our homes and offices often times is more polluted than the air outdoors. A proven solution is a filterless air purifier that has been developed by NASA for providing clean air in the space station. Prevention is the most important step that all should be taking with a new technology air purifier.
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