Children and high school athletes are especially vulnerable to the harmful effects of air pollution. In Salt Lake Valley, known for its air quality challenges, comprehensive data is crucial for making decisions about outdoor activities.
Canyons School District and the University of Utah are partnering on a project to install TELLUS air quality sensors on high school athletic fields statewide. This initiative aims to protect students’ health by providing real-time air quality data and forecasts, enabling schools to make informed decisions about outdoor recess and sports practices.
“Our students’ performance inside and outside the classroom depends on their health, and if they’re inadvertently exposed to air pollution, their performance and health suffers,” said Canyons Director of High Schools Tom Sherwood.
With new AirU Pro monitors installed at three Canyons high schools, and plans for more, we’re on our way to better protecting our young athletes.
To read the full article, visit this link: https://www.canyonsdistrict.org/general-news/csd-joins-statewide-effort-to-improve-air-quality-keep-athletes-healthy/
