Date of Award
2011
Publication Type
Master Thesis
Degree Name
M.A.Sc.
Department
Civil and Environmental Engineering
Keywords
Environmental engineering.
Supervisor
Xu, Iris (Civil and Environmental Engineering)
Rights
info:eu-repo/semantics/openAccess
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Abstract
Studies have shown an association between ambient fine particulate matter (PM2.5) and health impacts, particularly for children and the elderly. As part of a larger study, PM2.5 concentrations were measured using the DustTrak (Model 8520, TSI, St. Paul, MN, USA) at two elementary schools (Site A and B) within the city of London, Ontario (Canada). Site A was located in a suburban environment while site B was in an urban setting. Monitoring took place for three weeks during winter (Feb. 16 - Mar. 8) and three weeks during spring (May 05 - 25) of 2010. The winter campaign monitored indoor PM2.5 and outdoor NO2 only, while the spring campaign added additional monitors (outdoor PM2.5 and indoor CO2) after the first week. Site B's indoor PM2.5 concentrations were greater compared to Site A. Outdoor PM2.5 concentrations were similar at both sites. Good correlations were observed between indoor and outdoor PM2.5 concentrations at both locations.
Recommended Citation
Mates, Alexandru, "Indoor PM2.5 concentrations at two sites in London, Ontario - Effects of activity, outdoor concentrations and other factors" (2011). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 83.
https://scholar.uwindsor.ca/etd/83