# Schools Adopt Advanced Air Quality Technologies

Poor indoor air quality in classrooms has been shown to negatively affect student health, attendance, cognitive function, and academic performance worldwide. Various government agencies and educational bodies across multiple countries are encouraging schools and districts to implement advanced air cleaning technologies and air quality monitoring programs, such as Clean Air Schools, to create healthier learning environments. These initiatives often include grant opportunities and certification programs to support procurement of air quality solutions.

- Multiple federal and municipal agencies, including the EPA and South Coast Air Quality Management District, are involved in promoting indoor air quality improvements in educational facilities.
- Procurement professionals should note the growing demand for advanced air filtration and monitoring systems in schools, presenting opportunities for vendors specializing in indoor environmental quality.
- Schools and districts can leverage grant programs and certifications to fund and validate investments in air quality technologies, influencing procurement planning and vendor selection.
- Companies like IQAir, acting as prime contractors, are positioned to provide comprehensive air quality solutions tailored to educational settings across diverse geographic regions including the United States, Canada, China, Australia, India, and the United Kingdom.

**Jurisdictions:** federal, international
**Industries:** Education, Environment
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 28, 2026

### Government Entities
- South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD)
- Beijing Municipal Education Commission
- Government of Canada
- School Infrastructure NSW
- United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

### Vendors
- IQAir (prime contractor)

### Sources
- [Classroom air quality impacts learning | IQAir Saudi Arabia](https://www.iqair.com/sa/newsroom/classroom-air-quality-impacts-students-globally) - IQAir
- [How classroom air quality impacts learning | IQAir USA](https://www.iqair.com/newsroom/classroom-air-quality-impacts-students-globally) - IQAir