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Clean Air By Design
Indoor Air Quality Is Core Building Infrastructure - Not an Upgrade
Indoor air quality is no longer a post-occupancy improvement. In the high-density, fully air-conditioned buildings common in the GCC and MENA, the air people breathe indoors directly impacts health, productivity, energy use, and long-term building performance. As wellness, sustainability, and airborne risk become board-level priorities, clean air must be treated as essential building infrastructure - designed in early, continuously monitored, and actively managed.


Clean, Safe, Indoor Air Quality as National Infrastructure: Why Governments Must Act
Just as governments ensure safe water, reliable power, and secure buildings, they must now ensure clean indoor air For decades, governments have invested heavily in physical infrastructure - roads, power, water, and telecommunications - recognising their foundational role in economic growth, social stability, and public well-being. Yet one critical system remains largely invisible in national planning: the air people breathe inside buildings . Indoor air quality (IAQ) is no

David Mallinson
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Indoor Air Quality For Schools Is Becoming a Strategic Priority in the GCC & MENA
Indoor Air Quality For Schools Is Becoming a Strategic Priority in the GCC & MENA. Education thrives in environments where students can breathe easily, focus clearly, and stay well.
For schools and universities across the GCC and MENA, indoor air quality is no longer a “nice-to-have.” It is a strategic investment in student outcomes, educator well-being, and the long-term resilience of national education systems.

David Mallinson
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Hospital-Acquired Infections Are a Critical Healthcare Issue in the GCC & MENA - Why Indoor Air Matters
Hospital-Acquired Infections Are a Critical Healthcare Issue. Hospital-acquired infections (HAIs), also known as nosocomial infections, are a persistent and costly global health challenge. In clinical settings where patients, caregivers, and visitors share indoor spaces for prolonged periods, these infections can spread through contact and airborne routes - making indoor air quality (IAQ) a critical part of infection prevention.

David Mallinson
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Improved Indoor Air Quality: A Strategic Opportunity for Health, Efficiency, and Business Growth
Improved Indoor Air Quality: A Strategic Opportunity for Health, Efficiency, and Business Growth. Indoor air quality (IAQ) in homes and workplaces is no longer a niche concern. It represents a growing opportunity to improve occupant health, reduce operating costs, and create meaningful differentiation in a competitive HVAC and building services market.
When addressed correctly, IAQ initiatives deliver dual benefits: measurable health improvements for occupants and tangible en

David Mallinson
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Why Improved Indoor Air Quality Must Be Part of the Climate and Health Conversation
Why Improved Indoor Air Quality Must Be Part of the Climate and Health Conversation. The recent United Nations General Assembly and Climate Week drew attention to climate commitments, emissions targets, and long-term sustainability strategies. Yet one of the most immediate and actionable issues affecting human health and environmental performance is much closer to home: indoor air quality.

David Mallinson
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Why Indoor Air Quality in Oman Must Be a Priority for its Buildings
Why Indoor Air Quality in Oman Must Be a Priority, As Oman continues its transition toward a more sustainable and diversified economy under Oman Vision 2040, the performance of our buildings - and the environments they create - is coming under increasing scrutiny. While energy efficiency and water conservation remain central to this discussion, one critical factor still does not receive the attention it deserves: indoor air quality (IAQ).

David Mallinson
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How We Make Each Other Sick Indoors - And Why Improving Indoor Air Quality Is a Strategic Health Issue in the GCC
How We Make Each Other Sick Indoors. In hospitals, schools, offices, and hotels across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, people spend most of their time inside sealed, continuously air-conditioned buildings. In these environments, indoor air quality is no longer just a comfort issue - it has become a critical factor affecting public health, performance, productivity, and institutional reputation.

David Mallinson
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Mosques and Indoor Air Quality: High Occupancy, Long Dwell Times.
Mosques and Indoor Air Quality. Places of worship are among the most important shared indoor environments in the GCC. Mosques, churches, temples, and prayer halls welcome large numbers of people daily, often multiple times a day, and play a central role in community life. Yet from a building performance perspective, they present a unique and frequently overlooked challenge.

David Mallinson
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