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Indoor Air Quality : landmarks and legal framework - Dwellings, public access buildings and tertiary buildings

Author: Cécile CAUDRON

Publication date: January 10, 2021 | Lire en français

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    3. Inventory of sources, emissions and health effects

    Pollutants measured in indoor air come from a variety of sources:

    • pollutants of external origin :

      • industrial and automotive pollutants: carbon monoxide (CO), nitrogen oxides, sulfur oxides, lead, particulates, certain volatile organic compounds – VOCs, etc,

      • agricultural pollutants (insecticides, fungicides and fertilizers, nitrogen compounds from livestock farming and dust),

      • soil (natural radon emissions),

      • pollens and molds;

    • indoor pollutants :

      • construction, furnishing, decorating (paints, varnishes, furniture and carpets), maintenance and DIY products emit VOCs (including aldehydes), particles and fibers,

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