The EU’s New EPBD: Why Indoor Air Quality Needs a Unified Standard The recently updated Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) is a pivotal legislative framework aimed at improving the energy efficiency of buildings across the European Union. While its primary focus remains on energy…

🌍 🇺🇳 NEW | International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies 2025 This year's theme is 'Racing for Air' but the race is not a fair one, with low- and middle-income countries bearing the majority of the burden w/ @unep.org #CleanAirDay #CleanAirNow Thread ⤵️

GO AQS is proud to announce its participation in the high-level side event, "HEALTHY INDOOR AIR - A GLOBAL CALL TO ACTION", to be held on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York on September 23rd, 2025. #UnitedNations #IAQ goaqs.org/2025/08/27/g...

At GO AQS, we understand that diving into a 50+ page white paper isn't always feasible with your busy schedule. We know your time is valuable, and sometimes you just need the key takeaways without sifting through extensive details. GO AQS in a nutshell! 🔗 goaqs.org/2025/07/30/g...

GO AQS White Paper v0.90 – Update The GO AQS white paper has undergone a significant transformation from version v0.81 to v0.90, reflecting a period of intensive development and refinement. This latest iteration, building upon the foundational concepts of its predecessor, introduces a multitude of…

GO AQS Abstract Accepted for Oral Presentation at 2025 AIChE Annual Meeting We're thrilled to announce that our abstract and thanks to the efforts of Dr. Christos D. Argyropoulos, "Global Open Indoor Air Quality Standards (GO IAQS): A Guide to Cleaner Air", has been accepted for oral presentation…

Georgia Lagoudas of Brown University to Lead Policy Working Group for Global Open Air Quality Standards Initiative We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Georgia Lagoudas, a distinguished Senior Fellow at the Pandemic Center within Brown University, USA, has agreed to lead the crucial Policy Working…

GO AQS Abstract Accepted at 2025 Clean Indoor Air for ALL Conference GO AQS, a leading advocate for universal indoor air quality standards, is proud to announce that its abstract has been accepted for a poster presentation at the 2025 Clean Indoor Air for ALL Conference. The event, hosted by the…

GO IAQS Breakpoints – 2nd Session This session served as a crucial follow-up to our initial discussion on environmental pollutants, as we previously ran out of time to cover all the necessary ground. In today's meeting, we delved into the specifics of index breakpoints for ozone, nitrogen dioxide,…

GO AQS to Present at Indoor Environments 2025 Radon and Vapor Intrusion Symposium GO AQS is proud to announce that its abstract has been accepted for an oral presentation at the highly anticipated Indoor Environments 2025 Radon and Vapor Intrusion Symposium. This international event, gathering…

GO IAQS Breakpoints – 1st Session During the 1st GO IAQS Index Breakpoints meeting, discussions focused on proposed breakpoints for various pollutants based on survey results, comparisons with existing standards, and feedback from attendees. The meeting aimed to cover results, compare them with…

Survey Results: GO IAQS Index Breakpoints PM2.5 CO2 CO CH2O O3 NO2 Radon Conclusion The results presented below are based on a questionnaire distributed to participants from the GO AQS members list. The survey, conducted using Google Forms, was open from May 15th to June 15th, 2025. PM2.5 The GO…

Yes! Measuring must have also a purpose to resolve the problem It is why I see there are two standards proposed @goaqs.bsky.social Also @seetheair.bsky.social Thanks for your talk Do kids have a choice to leave at red?

Benchmarking: The Ultimate Catalyst for Better Air Quality Through Global Standards This article first appeared on www.goaqs.org Air quality is an invisible yet pervasive factor influencing our health, productivity, and overall well-being. While awareness of air pollution is growing, translating…

Absolutely thrilled to announce that GO AQS has been featured in THE TIMES OF AFRICA on page 30 and page 66! This publication is a significant step towards reaching more countries across the African continent and expanding our network of experts. goaqs.org/2025/05/30/g...

💥Breaking news 💥 The #ImpAQS project report is out... Improving Air Quality in Schools... a longitudinal study of #ventilation & #airquality in Austrian classrooms... @tugraz.bsky.social Access full report & Exec summary👇 En - www.tugraz.at/en/institute... De - www.tugraz.at/institute/ib...

We're incredibly proud to share that Francesca Brady 🌬️, a vital member of the GO AQS Main Committee, recently represented us at the "Clean Air Strategy Review: Targeting Indoor Air Pollution" event, expertly organized by Policy Connect!

We're incredibly proud to share that Francesca Brady 🌬️, a vital member of the GO AQS Main Committee, recently represented us at the "Clean Air Strategy Review: Targeting Indoor Air Pollution" event, expertly organized by Policy Connect!

GO AQS White Paper v0.80 – Update As we move significantly closer to the final V1.0 release of the white paper, this latest update incorporates a substantial volume of revisions and refinements after the working groups discussions. To accurately reflect this major leap forward in development and…

Webinar – From data to impact: defining a common language for Indoor Air Quality We're excited to share an insightful upcoming webinar organized by inBiot that dives deep into the crucial topic of Indoor Air Quality (IAQ): "From Data to Impact: Defining a Common Language for Indoor Air Quality."…

Ventilation WG – Conclusion The GO AQS ventilation working group convened on April 4, 2025, to discuss various aspects of ventilation in buildings and recommend the best solutions and practices in order to achieve good indoor air quality. Prioritizing Indoor Air Quality and Energy Conservation The…

Filtration WG – Conclusion The Filtration Working Group of the GO AQS convened to discuss recommendations for filtration given the multitude of existing options. Filtration Technologies and Their Effectiveness A poll on trusted filtration technologies revealed a broad consensus on mechanical…

Radon WG – Conclusion The Radon Working Group, a part of the Global Open Air Quality Standards initiative, convened to discuss and establish recommendations for indoor radon levels. This session built upon previous discussions focusing on other indoor air pollutants such as particulate matter,…

Ozone WG – Conclusion The Ozone Working Group (WG) convened on April 2nd, 2025, as part of the Global Open Air Quality Standards initiative, to delve into the specifics of incorporating ozone (O₃) into indoor air quality guidelines. Following previous discussions on particulate matter, carbon…

Nitrogen Dioxide WG – Conclusion A recent session of the GO AQS working group convened to discuss and propose limits for nitrogen dioxide (NO2) in indoor environments. The discussion involved various aspects, including averaging times, concentration limits, units of measurement, and the…

Formaldehyde WG – Conclusion The Global Open Air Quality Standards (GO AQS) working group convened to discuss the establishment of standards for formaldehyde, building upon previous discussions on particulate matter, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and ozone. Reconsidering Space Adaptability and…

Carbon Monoxide WG – Conclusion A recent meeting of the Carbon Monoxide (CO) Working Group convened to discuss various aspects of establishing air quality standards for this critical pollutant. The discussion spanned from the applicability of space-dependent limits to the technicalities of sensor…

Carbon Dioxide WG – Conclusion Two working group sessions dedicated to carbon dioxide. The discussions centered around establishing appropriate indoor air quality standards for carbon dioxide levels, considering various perspectives from international regulations, scientific research, and member…

Particulate Matter WG – Conclusion The GO AQS recently convened two working group sessions focused on establishing limits for particulate matter (PM). These sessions brought together a diverse group of individuals, including toxicologists, building operators, air quality experts, and academics, to…

We'll be sharing our work on IAQ standards in an oral presentation this May. With a focus on technology and AQ, this conference perfectly aligns with our core values of protecting human health through innovative AQ tech. I would be happy to meet you there. 🔗 event.fourwaves.com/asicsoutheas...

GO AQS Endorses Call for National Clean Air Strategy in Australia The Global Open Air Quality Standards (GO AQS) initiative is proud to announce its strong support for and signing of the open letter addressed to all 2025 Australian Federal Election candidates: "Australia needs a National Clean Air…

Global Open Air Quality Standards Initiative Joins Call for Improved Indoor Air Quality in Rhode Island Schools The Global Open Air Quality Standards (GO AQS) initiative today announced its strong support for Rhode Island House Bill 5597, pertaining to Indoor Air Quality in Schools. GO AQS has…

Global Open Air Quality Standards Selected for Platform Presentation at ASIC 2025 in Bangkok We are thrilled to announce that the Global Open Air Quality Standards (GO AQS) initiative has been selected for a platform presentation (oral) at the upcoming Air Sensors International Conference (ASIC),…

Important: GO AQS Virtual Working Group Meetings – March 31st – April 5th Dear GO AQS Members, We are excited to announce a series of crucial virtual meetings for all GO AQS Working Groups, scheduled from March 31st to April 5th. These meetings will provide a platform for us to collaboratively…

Global Open Air Quality Standards Initiative Joins Growing Movement for Open Air Quality Data The Global Open Air Quality Standards initiative is proud to announce its official endorsement of the Open Letter, "A message from the air quality community: We value owning our air quality data and…

GO AQS Working Groups: Results The results presented below are based on a questionnaires distributed to 69 participants from the different Working Groups. The surveys, conducted using Google Forms, was open from February 7th to March 9th, 2025. Click to jump to the desirable working group results.…

Clean Air Strategy Review: Targeting Indoor Air Pollution – Public Invitation Join us for a crucial discussion on indoor air pollution and its impact on public health! Policy Connect is hosting a in-person event, "Clean Air Strategy Review: Targeting Indoor Air Pollution," and we invite you to be…

Webinar – Mind the Gap: Toward a Comprehensive European Union Act on Indoor Air Quality On February 21st, 2024 the webinar, "Mind the Gap: Toward a Comprehensive European Union Act on Indoor Air Quality," proved to be a valuable and timely discussion on a crucial topic. Hosted by SynAir-G and…

Amazing webinar today, and even more amazing the fact that all panelists agree that a cohesive set of standards for indoor spaces is very important in order to raise awareness on air quality and protect our health! Specially thanks to Francesca Brady for representing GO AQS @goaqs.bsky.social #IAQ

Marketing Resources & Identity Guidelines Introduction The Global Open Air Quality Standards (GO AQS) are poised to revolutionize how we understand and address air pollution. To ensure consistent and impactful communication about GO AQS across the industry, we’ve developed these Marketing…

GO AQS Working Groups are officially OPEN The Global Open Air Quality Standards (GO AQS) Working Groups (WGs) are officially OPEN for input! Working Groups WG PM2.5 and PCN0.3/0.5 WG CO2 WG CO WG CH2O WG Ozone WG NO2 WG Radon WG Ventilation WG Filtration For the next month, our invited experts…

GO AQS White Paper v0.12 – Update Changelog: Some of the citations have been removed. The references are now alphabetically organized. Various paragraphs of the document have been updated based on the feedback received from the GO AQS 2nd Questionnaire and Virtual Discussion Session 1. Weight…

What a nice way to wrap up the week! We're thrilled to announce that Global Open Air Quality Standards (GO AQS) has been accepted to present at the HEALTHY BUILDINGS 2025 conference in Hyderabad, India! @goaqs.bsky.social

GO AQS Virtual Discussion Session 1 – Recording The GO AQS Virtual Discussion Session 1 was held on January 15, 2025 to discuss updates and feedback on the development of the GO AQS index and more. The session began with updates from the Main Committee, including progress on the white paper,…

GO IAQS Index Development – Results: 2nd Questionnaire The results presented below are based on a questionnaire distributed to 47 participants from the Advisory Expert Group and Main Committee. The survey, conducted using Google Forms, was open from December 4th to December 31st, 2024. Do you…

Happy New Year! 🥂 Wishing you a year filled with health, happiness, and the inspiration to make a positive impact on our world. Let's work together to build a future where everyone has access to clean air. Exciting times are ahead for GO AQS! #NewYear #CleanAir #AirQuality #IAQ

Happy Holidays Happy Holidays from the GO AQS team! We're grateful for your support throughout the year. May the magic of the holidays bring you peace, love, and clean air (aka health).

GO AQS Launches Virtual Discussion Series Starting in January 2025, GO AQS will be hosting a series of short, themed virtual sessions to foster discussion and collaboration among our members. These sessions will cover various aspects of the GO AQS initiative, providing an opportunity to share…

1/2 🧵 Saharan dust over the Iberian peninsula (Spain and Portugal) again. I can confirm that ground PM10 & PM2.5 concentrations are above the safe guidelines so avoid outdoor activities and use filtration systems indoors. Animation - Model SKYRON #AirPollution #AirQuality

Comfort At The Extremes 2024, Seville, Spain – Keynote The Global Open Air Quality Standards (GO AQS) initiative was showcased at the International Comfort At The Extremes 2024 (CATE2024) conference in Seville. This… http://goaqs.org/2024/11/29/comfort-at-the-extremes-2024-seville-spain-keynote/