Pollution and Health Issues
The quality of the indoor air breathed by occupants is a critical issue in today’s society. Public facilities such as nursing homes, healthcare organizations, and schools are the most vulnerable, which is why we have seen stricter standards implemented in recent years by governments for local authorities and public and private landlords (notably Government Decree No. 2012-14 ).
The Ministry for Ecological and Solidarity Transition also notes that the French spend more than 80% of their time in enclosed public spaces, where the air quality is not always good and can pose a potential health risk.
Pollutants that may be present inside or outside the building in question include household and cleaning products, carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions, various particles (volatile compounds, etc.), and excessive humidity …
The health consequences should not be taken lightly: headaches, allergies, breathing difficulties, trouble concentrating… not to mention the associated economic cost, estimated at 19 billion euros per year in France.
But then, how can we ensure a healthy building environment for occupants? What action plan should be adopted to ensure proper monitoring and effective air purification measures?
Monitoring: Protecting the environment for vulnerable populations
There is a genuine need to monitor airborne particles and gases, as well as humidity levels. This monitoring requires continuous measurement of air quality within the relevant facilities.
The installation of dedicated smart sensors, connected to a high-performance monitoring and analysis system, enables real-time tracking of the levels of gases and particles in the air.
In early February, Enless announced the release of its CO2, temperature, and humidity sensor, designed to improve occupant comfort in public spaces.
This transmitter could communicate using the Sigfox protocol, as shown in the diagram below, or in a private, non-operated Wireless M-Bus mode at a frequency of 169 MHz.
New products are expected by the end of the year, including a VOC transmitter that will monitor air pollution by measuring airborne particles.
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