The effect of air exchange rate (AER) on vapor intrusion exposure risks

Rivka Reichman, Kelly G. Pennell

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Abstract

Methods have been well-established for measuring AER in buildings. These methods could be implemented as part of VI site investigations. AER has a large effect on concentrations of VOCs present in IA. It can cause more than one order of magnitude variation in results. VOC concentrations in IA are in particular sensitive to the existence of AC, which tends to increase VOC concentration in IA. This result is supported by others3. AER is influenced by the same weather factors (wind and indoor-outdoor temperature differential (stack effect)) that influence soil gas entry into buildings. Further efforts should be directed toward incorporating these factors in both processes.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAir and Waste Management Association - Air Quality Measurement Methods and Technology Conference 2016
Pages367-371
Number of pages5
ISBN (Electronic)9781510822535
StatePublished - 2016
EventAir Quality Measurement Methods and Technology Conference 2016 - Chapel Hill, United States
Duration: Mar 15 2016Mar 17 2016

Publication series

NameAir and Waste Management Association - Air Quality Measurement Methods and Technology Conference 2016

Conference

ConferenceAir Quality Measurement Methods and Technology Conference 2016
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityChapel Hill
Period3/15/163/17/16

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Pollution
  • Waste Management and Disposal

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