Air Quality Matters
Air Quality Matters inside our buildings and out.
This Podcast is about Indoor Air Quality, Outdoor Air Quality, Ventilation, and Health in our homes, workplaces, and education settings.
And we already have many of the tools we need to make a difference.
The conversations we have and how we share this knowledge is the key to our success.
We speak with the leaders at the heart of this sector about them and their work, innovation and where this is all going.
Air quality is the single most significant environmental risk we face to our health and wellbeing, and its impacts on us, our friends, our families, and society are profound.
From housing to the workplace, education to healthcare, the quality of the air we breathe matters.
Air Quality Matters
Episodes
80 episodes
66 - Aayush Jha: Clean Air as a Service: The Future of Indoor Environments?
The revolutionary "clean air as a service" business model is transforming how we approach indoor air quality in challenging environments. Rather than simply selling filtration equipment with uncertain outcomes, companies like Clairc...
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Episode 66
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1:30:44
#65 - Steven "Robbie" Burns & Ian Ray: The Air They Breathe: A Firefighter's Unseen Battle
What happens when those who run toward danger face an invisible, deadly threat long after the flames are extinguished? This compelling episode pulls back the curtain on the shocking occupational health crisis affecting firefighters worldwide.
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Episode 65
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1:54:16
#64 - Liz Male: Communicating Complexity: How to Craft Messages That Resonate and Tell Stories that win Hearts and Minds
We explore the art of communicating technical subjects effectively with PR expert Liz Male MBE, focusing on how consistency in messaging builds trust and the power of storytelling to convey complex information.• Communications in the bu...
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Episode 64
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1:44:06
#63 - David Pierpoint: Quality Over Quantity. Why Proper Training Transforms Our Building Environment
David Pierpoint discusses how skills and training are key to improving quality in our built environment, drawing from his 15 years of experience developing the retrofit sector through The Retrofit Academy.• Industry struggles with consi...
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1:17:34
#62 - Simon Jones: Healthy Building, On Air, Mouldy Homes and New Laws
Solo episode this week as we catch up on the ISIAQ Healthy Buildings Conference in Hyderabad in India, a new venture for Air Quality Matters and an exploration of indoor air quality intersects with the urgent issues of damp and mould affecting ...
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#61 - Hector Altimirano: Rethinking Mould - Health Implications, Diagnostic Challenges, and Global Collaboration in Building Science
In this episode, we delve into the intricate relationship between mould, our built environments, and health. Hector Altamirano shares insights on how mould serves as a messenger for underlying issues in our homes, the potential health impacts o...
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1:44:57
#60 - Corinne Mandin, Paweł Wargocki & Henry Burridge: Transforming Classroom Air Quality – Cognitive Impact, Health Challenges, and Sustainable Solutions
This episode, live from the Eurovent Conference on School Air Quality we discusses the crucial relationship between indoor air quality and children's health and cognitive performance in classrooms. We analyse the current state of air quality in...
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1:10:20
#59 - Plum Stone: Addressing Indoor Air Quality – Health, Accessibility, Social Justice, and Pandemic Lessons
Indoor air quality is an often-overlooked issue that directly impacts public health, especially for individuals with chronic illnesses. Plum Stone, founder of the Safer Air Project, emphasizes the need for better air quality standards to ensure...
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Episode 59
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1:55:34
#58 - Jeff Colley: Navigating Sustainability Challenges – Building Performance, Regulatory Evolution, and Global Perspectives
This episode emphasises the vital connection between indoor air quality and building sustainability, featuring insights from expert Jeff Colley. The discussion covers advancements in air-tightness standards, the importance of empirical data, th...
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Episode 58
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1:34:38
#57 - John Edwards: Preserving Heritage Buildings – Ventilation Challenges, Retrofitting Pitfalls, and the Path to Skilled Expertise
This episode explores the challenges traditional buildings face regarding air quality and moisture management, featuring expert John Edwards. We discuss the skills gap in the construction industry, the need for training, effective measu...
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Episode 57
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1:58:35
#56 - Jack Harvie-Clark: Unravelling Noise Impact – Acoustic Health Challenges, Building Standards, and Innovations
The podcast episode explores the intricate relationship between sound quality, health, and ventilation systems in our built environments. It discusses the direct and indirect impacts of noise on human health, emphasizing the importance of consi...
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Episode 56
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1:57:32
#55 - Nels Anderson: Bridging Air Quality Gaps – Middle Tier Sensors, Occupational Safety, and Technological Integration
Understanding the intersection of low-cost sensors and advanced environmental technology is crucial for enhancing air quality monitoring. The episode features an insightful conversation with Nels Anderson, who discusses the emergence of near re...
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Episode 55
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1:22:48
#54 - Joakim Lindh: Revolutionizing Indoor Air Quality – Strategic Growth, Health-Centric Environments, and B2B Challenges
What if the air you breathe indoors is affecting your health more than you realise? Join us for a discussion with Joakim Lindh, Airthings' Head of Strategic Growth, as we uncover the evolving priorities in indoor air quality monitoring....
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Episode 54
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1:46:17
#53 - Maria Figols: Advancements in Indoor Air Quality - Sensor Innovations, Precision Challenges, and Future Connectivity Solutions
Ever wondered how the air we breathe indoors is being monitored with cutting-edge technology? Join us in this enlightening episode of Air Quality Matters as we sit down with Maria Figols, the Chief Scientific Officer and co-founder of inBiot, w...
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1:56:01
#52 - John McKeon: Bridging Health and Environment - Indoor Air Quality Innovations, Historical Insights, and Collaborative Healthcare Approaches
The intricate relationship between health and the environments we inhabit, featuring insights from John McKeon, CEO of Allergy Standards Limited. This episode discusses how improving indoor air quality can transform health outcomes, dra...
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Episode 52
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1:55:55
#51 - Tim Sharpe: Improving Home Ventilation - Architecture's Role, Usability Challenges, and Health Implications
A healthier home environment with Tim Sharp, head of architecture at the University of Strathclyde. Our latest episode challenges the notion that energy efficiency can coexist with optimal indoor air quality without regular testing and ...
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Episode 51
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2:11:16
#50 - Peter Rankin: Transforming UK Building Safety - Regulation Reforms, Ventilation Standards, and Collaborative Innovations
Join us as we explore the significant transformations in building safety regulations in the UK with Peter Rankin, a leading expert from the Health and Safety Executive. Following the tragic Grenfell Tower fire, sweeping changes have reshaped th...
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Episode 50
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1:39:23
#49 - Simon Jones: Ventilation Measurement, Health Risks, and World Ventilate Day Insights
How much do you really know about the air you breathe indoors? On Air Quality Matters, we uncover the often-overlooked significance of accurate ventilation measurement, which is essential for maintaining good indoor air quality.&nb...
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Episode 49
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21:26
#48 - Simon Jones: Reflecting on One Year of Air Quality Insights - Expert Dialogues, Innovative Solutions, and the Future of Healthier Living Spaces
A personal one this one.I reflect on an incredible year with the Air Quality Matters podcast. This special episode offers insights from my experience hosting 48 episodes and sitting down with 37 experts, including Max Sherman and Cath N...
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Episode 48
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34:01
#47 - Brandon Chappo: Confronting Mold Hazards – Health Impacts, Legislative Efforts, and Advocacy for Safer Indoor Environments
Struggling with a mysterious illness, Brandon discovered that the culprit was closer to home than he ever imagined—mold. Join us as Brandon, from the Change the Air Foundation, shares his journey through mold-related health issues and h...
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Episode 47
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1:45:06
#46 - Michael Don Ham: Future of Living and Working Spaces - WELL Building Standards, Air Quality Challenges, and Regenerative Tea Farming
With remote work becoming the norm and health-focused living spaces on the rise, we unpack the evolution of building standards like the WELL Building Standard and their impact on both residential and professional environments. Learn how...
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Episode 46
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1:13:21
#45 - Tom Haywood: Optimizing Ventilation Performance - MVHR Systems, Building Design, and Indoor Air Quality Benefits
Optimizing ventilation performance with Tom Hayward, the MVHR department manager at 21 Degrees, shares his expertise on how prioritizing performance specifications over product specifications can transform ventilation solutions. This ep...
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Episode 45
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1:07:34
#44 - Sotirios Papathanasiou: Establishing a Global Standard for Indoor Air Quality - Collaborative Efforts, Technological Challenges, and Environmental Impact
Ever wondered how a global standard for indoor air quality could change the way we live and work? In this episode, we welcome Soterios Papathanassio, the driving force behind the Global Open Air Quality Standard (GoAQS). We expl...
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Episode 44
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1:03:50
#43 - James McGrath: Understanding Radon Risks - Indoor Air Quality, Building Retrofits, and Ventilation Strategies
Why does Ireland grapple with higher radon levels than other countries, and what does that mean for our homes? We unravel these questions with James McGrath, an expert in indoor air quality and building ventilation from the University o...
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Episode 43
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1:30:57
#42 - Gaëlle GUYOT: Smart Systems, Energy Efficiency, and Indoor Air Quality Innovations
Could your home's ventilation system be smarter and more efficient? Join us as we host Gaëlle Guyot from CEREMA to explore how smart and demand-controlled ventilation systems are revolutionizing the built environment. Gaëlle unv...
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Episode 42
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1:45:57