Carbon Dioxide Impact by Ritika Gupta

Carbon Dioxide Impact explores the surprising ways indoor air quality, specifically carbon dioxide (CO2) levels, impacts our cognitive function, productivity, and long-term health. Most people spend significant time indoors, often unaware that elevated CO2, a byproduct of breathing and combustion, can impair decision-making, problem-solving, and focus. This book reveals how airtight buildings and poor ventilation trap CO2, and that even moderately elevated levels can negatively affect us.

The book uniquely consolidates research from environmental science, public health, and building biology, offering a holistic understanding of CO2's effects. It progresses logically by first introducing the science of CO2, then detailing its cognitive consequences, analyzing productivity metrics, and finally, examining potential long-term health impacts such as respiratory and cardiovascular issues.

Readers will discover actionable strategies for monitoring and mitigating CO2 exposure, enabling them to create healthier and more productive indoor environments.