Independent report suggests $2bn investment in high-filtration AC systems for Australian schools to improve air quality and reduce sickness costs.

An independent report on Australia's COVID response recommends enhancing air quality in schools by installing high-filtration air conditioning systems. Currently, 98% of schools rely on natural ventilation, which leads to poor air circulation and high carbon dioxide levels, negatively impacting health and learning. The installation cost, estimated at $2 billion annually, could be offset by over $1 billion in savings from reduced sickness among students and staff.

October 20, 2024
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