Particulate matter (PM) is widely recognized as one of the most hazardous pollutants affecting human health and life expectancy, as evidenced by numerous studies. Since individuals spend the majority of their time indoors, reducing indoor exposure to PM is essential for safeguarding overall health. This study utilized dynamic simulations in Dymola to assess the performance of ventilation filters in lowering indoor PM concentrations in a three-bedroom apartment. The findings indicate that maintaining PM levels below the World Health Organization's (WHO) guideline values requires the use of a HEPA filter within the ventilation system, coupled with keeping windows closed. To further mitigate PM generated during cooking, a high-efficiency cooker hood or air purifier can complement the ventilation filter. Additionally, opening nearby windows during cooking can help reduce exposure to PM. However, despite the implementation of filtration systems, the disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) attributed to PM exposure remain three times higher than those associated with other indoor pollutants.
Corneillie et al. (Wed,) studied this question.