Society for Indoor Environment -SIE

Society for Indoor Environment -SIE Society for Indoor Environment (SIE) is a non profit research and policy thinktank.

Society for Indoor Environment (SIE)" a non-government-organization registered under Society Registration Act XXI of 1860 on 3rd February 2017. SIE has all the representations from the pioneer and reputed research, engineering, medical, and educational institutes in India, including IITs, NITs, CSIR-NEERI, EMC, IPCA, ICMR and the University of Delhi. The core group of SIE formed this organization

to address the issues of indoor environment as people spend more than 90% of their daily times in indoor environments. As per latest Global Burden of a Disease report, indoor air pollution has been ranked as the second largest killer in India. The air pollution indoors is affecting the buildings and then the health, comfort, performance and behaviour of the occupants in such buildings. However, unfortunately, very less attention has been paid on this issue in our country. Therefore, it has become the need of an hour to address the issues of indoor environment and to find out the sustainable alternatives/solutions to save our indoor environments.

Society for Indoor Environment (SIE) successfully concluded the 3rd National Conclave on Indoor Environmental Quality (I...
28/02/2026

Society for Indoor Environment (SIE) successfully concluded the 3rd National Conclave on Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ 2026) at the historic St. Johnโ€™s College, Agra. It was an inspiring day dedicated to the science, policy, and reality of the air inside our homes and workplaces.

โ€‹๐Ÿ“ธ Event Highlights:

โ€‹The "AQI vs. IAQ" Debate: A high-impact panel featuring experts from Agra Nagar Nigam,TTZ, biodiversity and forest division experts tackled the myth that outdoor air indices are the only metrics that matter for human health.

โ€‹Global Insights: We were honored to host Professor Prashant Kumar (University of Surrey, U.K.) for a profound keynote address on global air quality trends and practical nature based solutions for improving outdoor and indoor air quality.Prof.Kumar launched and courses in India.

Eminent speakers Dr.Ranjit Kumar, Ar. Shruti Gupta Dr.Namita Srivastava made the event a good knowledge sharing platform.

โ€‹Evidence-Based Action: The official launch of the SIE Compendium on IAQ studies of Agra marked a milestone in localized environmental research. Thanks to Prof.Ajay Taneja Priyanka Kulshreshtha (Ph.D), Dr.David Massey,Dr.Mahima Habil Massey.

โ€‹Empowering the Future: Congratulations to our Young Researcher Award winner Dr. Stuti Dubey(DBRAU, Agra) , 1st Runner up Ms.Anshika Kumari(Patna), 2nd Runner up Ms.Khyati Upadhyay(IIT Mumbai) for showcasing the next generation of environmental leadership.

โ€‹๐Ÿ’ก Key Takeaway:

โ€‹"Leadership in environmental science isn't just about identifying pollutants; it's about pioneering the standards that protect the next generation."

Gratitude to our host Principal Prof.S.P. Singh for his unwavering support. Prof.Susan Jaison,SIE President Dr.Rakesh Kumar,Vice President Sri Harsha Kota, 2026 Chair Sameer Srivastava,IEQ Co chair Dr. Rahul Tiwari ensured the successful conduct of the event.

โ€‹As we move forward, letโ€™s remember: the air doesn't stop being a health hazard just because you've closed the front door. Letโ€™s make healthy indoor environments a reality for all.

Link to IEQ 2026 proceedings:
https://youtube.com/channel/UCp3coGL06_NY8vh9QrRdT6A/live

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Improving air quality isn't just about whatโ€™s happening outside; itโ€™s about the air we breathe in our homes and offices....
13/02/2026

Improving air quality isn't just about whatโ€™s happening outside; itโ€™s about the air we breathe in our homes and offices. ๐Ÿ ๐ŸŒฌ๏ธ

โ€‹SIE is excited to share the upcoming National Conclave on Indoor Environment Quality (IEQ 2026) hosted at the historic St. John's College, Agra. As India faces persistent challenges with outdoor AQI, this conclave focuses on the critical transition from outdoor pollution to indoor exposure and how we can build resilience.

โ€‹๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Event Details
โ€‹Theme: Outdoor Air Pollution to Indoor Exposure: Resilience & IEQ under Persistent Poor AQI in India.
โ€‹Date: February 27th, 2026
โ€‹Time: 9:30 AM โ€“ 5:00 PM
โ€‹Venue: St. John's College, Agra

โ€‹๐ŸŽค Featured Speaker

โ€‹We are honored to have Dr. Ranjit Kumar from Dayalbagh Educational Institute, Agra. With over 23 years of research in atmospheric science and a role as an Expert Member of the CPCB, Dr. Kumar brings invaluable insights into clean-air solutions that impact millions.
โ€‹This is a must-attend event for researchers, environmentalists, and anyone passionate about public health and sustainable living.

Rakesh Kumar Sri Harsha Kota Priyanka Kulshreshtha (Ph.D) Namrata Jariwala Mukesh Khare Prasad Modak Sachin Panwar Sameer Srivastava Dr. Radha Goyal Dr. Khaiwal Ravindra Sumanth Chinthala
โ€‹๐Ÿ”— Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/gR7fZ7qx
๐Ÿ“ž Contact: +91 9278275215
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Improving our air quality starts from the inside out. ๐Ÿ ๐ŸŒฑSociety for Indoor Environment (SIE) is organising the National ...
13/02/2026

Improving our air quality starts from the inside out. ๐Ÿ ๐ŸŒฑ

Society for Indoor Environment (SIE) is organising the National Conclave on Indoor Environment Quality (IEQ 2026)!
โ€‹We are honored to welcome a global pioneer in sustainability as our Keynote Speaker:

โœจ Prof. Prashant Kumar โœจ
Founding Co-Director, Institute for Sustainability & Founding Director, GCARE at the University of Surrey, UK. As a recipient of the prestigious Haagen Smit Award, Prof. Kumar brings world-class insights into how we can transform our indoor spaces for a healthier, more sustainable future.

โ€‹๐Ÿ“… Save the Date
โ€‹When: February 27th, 2026
โ€‹Time: 9:30 AM โ€“ 5:00 PM
โ€‹Where: St John's College, Agra
โ€‹This is a must-attend event for researchers, environmentalists, architects, and students passionate about the intersection of health and the built environment.
โ€‹๐Ÿ”— Stay Connected
โ€‹Don't miss out on the latest updates and registration details:
๐ŸŒ Website: https://lnkd.in/gR7fZ7qx
๐Ÿ“ž Inquiries: +91 9278275215
Letโ€™s breathe better, live better, and innovate together.

Rakesh Kumar Sri Harsha Kota Priyanka Kulshreshtha (Ph.D) Sumanth Chinthala Namrata Jariwala Shukla das Dr. Neelima Gupta Dr Pratima Singh Sachin Panwar Sameer Srivastava Dr. Khaiwal Ravindra Radha Goyal Professor Prashant Kumar Global Centre for Clean Air Research (GCARE) RECLAIM Network Plus

See you in Agra!

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Calling all young researchers and innovators in the field of Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ)! ๐ŸŒฟThe Society for Indoor...
13/02/2026

Calling all young researchers and innovators in the field of Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ)! ๐ŸŒฟ

The Society for Indoor Environment (SIE) is hosting the National Conclave on IEQ 2026, and we are officially looking for the next generation of leaders to apply for the IEQ Young Researcher Award.

With this yearโ€™s theme focusing on "Resilience & IEQ โ€“ Responding to Poor AQI & Its Impact on IEQ," there has never been a more critical time to showcase your research and contributions to creating healthier indoor spaces.
๐Ÿ† Why Should You Apply?
*Cash Prize : โ‚น5,000
* Recognition: Certificate of Excellence.
* Visibility: Featured on the SIE website and in the SIE Newsletter.
๐Ÿ“‹ Eligibility & Details
* Age: Under 30 years.
* Education: Currently pursuing or completed Bachelorโ€™s, Masterโ€™s, or Ph.D.
* Entry Deadline: 20th February
* Event Date: 27th February

๐Ÿš€ How to Participate
Simply submit your C.V. highlighting your achievements and contributions to the field of IEQ to:
๐Ÿ“ง [email protected]
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Registration Fees for IEQ 2026!
* Students: INR 500/-
* SIE Members: INR 1000/-
* Non-Members: INR 2000/-

Scan the QR code in the flyer to register now and join the conversation with industry leaders

Letโ€™s build a future where we breathe better, indoors and out. ๐ŸŒฌ๏ธ๐Ÿข

The air we breathe indoors has never been more critical. As we face fluctuating Air Quality Index (AQI) levels globally,...
13/02/2026

The air we breathe indoors has never been more critical. As we face fluctuating Air Quality Index (AQI) levels globally, the need for resilient, science-backed solutions for Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) is at an all-time high.
We are thrilled to announce the 3rd Edition of the National Conclave on Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ 2026)
โ€‹๐Ÿ“ Why Partner With Us?
This isn't just a conclave ; itโ€™s a gathering of the brightest minds in environmental science, urban planning, and public health. By becoming a sponsor, your brand will be at the forefront of the conversation on:

โ€‹AQI & IAQ Diaspora: Understanding the local and global impact.
โ€‹Nature-Based Solutions: Pioneering sustainable ways to clean our air.
โ€‹Health & IAQ: Addressing the direct link between indoor air and human wellness.

โ€‹๐Ÿ“… Event Details:
โ€‹Date: 27th February, 2026
โ€‹Location: St.John's College ,Agra
โ€‹Theme: Resilience & IEQ โ€“ Responding to Poor AQI & its Impact on IEQ

โ€‹๐Ÿš€ Who Should Sponsor?
โ€‹We are looking for partners from HVAC industries, green building technology, environmental consultancy, healthcare providers, and sustainable architectural firms who want to showcase their leadership in environmental health.
โ€‹Gain visibility, network with industry experts, and align your brand with a vital cause.

โ€‹๐Ÿ”— Get Involved:
Interested in our sponsorship packages? Letโ€™s talk about how we can highlight your organization's commitment to a healthier future.

โ€‹๐Ÿ“ง Contact: [email protected]

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Rethinking the Air We Breathe Indoors ๐ŸŒฌ๏ธWe are proud to announce the publication of our latest study with Techknowgreen ...
21/01/2026

Rethinking the Air We Breathe Indoors ๐ŸŒฌ๏ธ

We are proud to announce the publication of our latest study with Techknowgreen Solutions Limited Global on Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR).

Under the projectโ€”India's first large-scale IAQ monitoring initiativeโ€”we analyzed 135 microenvironments in Mumbai and 30 in Chandrapur, spanning offices, schools, malls, and residences.

The data reveals a critical need for indoor air awareness:

Hidden Sources: PM10 and PM2.5 levels were significantly driven by common household practices like burning incense sticks and diyas.

Chemical Impact: Frequent use of room fresheners notably increased VOC concentrations.

Health Implications: 18% of participants showed PEFR (Lung Function) values below 80%.

Symptom Mapping: Coughing was the most prevalent symptom reported by participants.

Data-driven insights are the first step toward healthier indoor environments.



Rakesh Kumar Mukesh Khare Sri Harsha Kota Prashant Shishodia Priyanka Kulshreshtha Sumanth Chinthala Ajay Ojha Prasad Pawar Neelima Gupta Pratima Singh Adamya Sachin Panwar Sameer Srivastava Ravindra Radha Goyal Dr.Shukla Das Namrata Jariwala EPSRC's GREENIN Micro Network Plus

Proud Moment for the Society for Indoor Environment (SIE) โœจ๐ŸŒThe Society for Indoor Environment (SIE) was honored to be a...
25/09/2025

Proud Moment for the Society for Indoor Environment (SIE) โœจ๐ŸŒ

The Society for Indoor Environment (SIE) was honored to be a partner and collaborator in the United Nations Healthy Indoor Air: Global Call for Action held on 23rd Sept at the United Nations Headquarters, New York.

SIE was represented by its stalwarts โ€” President Dr Rakesh Kumar and Patron Prof. Mukesh Khare โ€” who brought Indiaโ€™s voice to this prestigious global forum.

At the event, the Society for Indoor Environment (SIE) also signed the Global Pledge for Healthy Indoor Air, reaffirming our commitment to recognizing Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) as a critical public health priority.

This historic global movement will set the tone for advancing IAQ awareness, policy, and action across the world โ€” ensuring healthier, more sustainable indoor environments for all. ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ›๏ธ

Indoor Air Quality in Indian Schools โ€“ Insights from 11 CitiesIndoor Air Quality (IAQ) is no longer just an environmenta...
22/08/2025

Indoor Air Quality in Indian Schools โ€“ Insights from 11 Cities

Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) is no longer just an environmental concern โ€” it is a public health and educational priority. The latest report launched by the Society for Indoor Environment (SIE)in Healthy Buildings 2025 at Hyderabad, in collaboration with Techknowgreen Solutions Limited Global and YOGa Clean Air, presents critical evidence from schools across Delhi, Gurugram, Agra, and eight cities in Maharashtra.

๐Ÿ”Ž What we found

Particulate matter (PMโ‚‚.โ‚… & PMโ‚โ‚€) levels were consistently above WHO guidelines across most classrooms.

Naturally ventilated classrooms offered fresh air but carried high particulate loads.

Mechanically ventilated classrooms reduced PM but often saw COโ‚‚ accumulation.

Hybrid systems (ventilation + filtration) emerged as the most effective, keeping both PM and COโ‚‚ within safe thresholds.

In Agra, settled dust revealed heavy metals (Pb, Cr, Cd), raising concerns about long-term health risks for children.

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿซ Why it matters
Children spend 6โ€“8 hours a day in classrooms. Poor IAQ doesnโ€™t just affect health โ€” it reduces attention, memory, and learning outcomes. The evidence is clear: clean classroom air is fundamental to both well-being and academic success.

๐Ÿ“Œ The way forward

Schools must invest in reliable monitoring, smart ventilation, and low-emission materials.

Teachers & parents should build awareness and advocate for healthy air practices.

Policymakers must integrate IAQ standards into education and infrastructure planning.

The panel discussion in SIE workshop at Healthy Buildings 2025 gave insights for having a national nodal centre (Indian Indoor Air Research Centre) to serve as a research and policy thinktank for India.The esteemed panel comprised of SIE Patron and Founding VP Prof. Mukesh Khare, SIE President Dr.Rakesh Kumar , Public Health expert and Ex IIPH Director Prof GVS Murthy, SIE partners Dr.Ajay Ojha from Techknowgreen Solutions Limited Global and Mr Sachin Panwar from YOGa Clean Air.

This is not a luxury. It is an investment in the health, equity, and future of our children. Clean air in classrooms must become the norm โ€” not an exception.

โœจ Letโ€™s reimagine schools as safe, healthy spaces where every child can breathe, learn, and thrive.

You can access the full report here

https://societyforindoorenvironment.org/report-in-healthy-building-2025/

Weโ€™re proud to share that SIE is partnering in Healthy Indoor Air: A Global Call to Action, taking place alongside the U...
13/08/2025

Weโ€™re proud to share that SIE is partnering in Healthy Indoor Air: A Global Call to Action, taking place alongside the UN General Assembly this 24th September in New York.
Together with global leaders, weโ€™re working to ensure cleaner, healthier air for every indoor spaceโ€”because a healthier planet starts with the air we breathe.

A workshop on 'Indoor Air pollution in urban Built Environment" was conducted by Dr.Priyanka Kulshreshtha (Ph.D)  in Sch...
17/05/2025

A workshop on 'Indoor Air pollution in urban Built Environment" was conducted by Dr.Priyanka Kulshreshtha (Ph.D) in School of Engineering at shardauniversity agra to generate awareness regarding indoor air quality and train the students to conduct monitoring in schools in Agra.

This workshop is a part of a series of workshops and awareness campaigns being conducted under SIE Project AIMS(Air Indoors Monitoring in Schools) wherein IAQ monitoring is being conducted in naturally ventilated and air conditioned schools of cities like Delhi, Gurugram,Mumbai and more...
Project AIMS is aiming to generate citizen awareness, develop monitoring skill and generate IAQ data from various cities of India.

Grateful to the Vice Chancellor Prof.Jayanthi Ranjan at Sharda University,Agra for showing interest in the subject and sharing her valuable insights for future collaborations. The workshop received tremendous response from the students showing interest by wanting to be part of SIE and Indoor Air research.

We are proud to announce that ๐’๐จ๐œ๐ข๐ž๐ญ๐ฒ ๐Ÿ๐จ๐ซ ๐ˆ๐ง๐๐จ๐จ๐ซ ๐„๐ง๐ฏ๐ข๐ซ๐จ๐ง๐ฆ๐ž๐ง๐ญ (๐’๐ˆ๐„) is a ๐Š๐ง๐จ๐ฐ๐ฅ๐ž๐๐ ๐ž ๐๐š๐ซ๐ญ๐ง๐ž๐ซ for ๐‡๐ž๐š๐ฅ๐ญ๐ก๐ฒ ๐๐ฎ๐ข๐ฅ๐๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฌ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ“, ta...
21/04/2025

We are proud to announce that ๐’๐จ๐œ๐ข๐ž๐ญ๐ฒ ๐Ÿ๐จ๐ซ ๐ˆ๐ง๐๐จ๐จ๐ซ ๐„๐ง๐ฏ๐ข๐ซ๐จ๐ง๐ฆ๐ž๐ง๐ญ (๐’๐ˆ๐„) is a ๐Š๐ง๐จ๐ฐ๐ฅ๐ž๐๐ ๐ž ๐๐š๐ซ๐ญ๐ง๐ž๐ซ for ๐‡๐ž๐š๐ฅ๐ญ๐ก๐ฒ ๐๐ฎ๐ข๐ฅ๐๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฌ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ“, taking place in Hyderabad from 18th to 21st August 2025.
This global event brings together experts, researchers, and practitioners to explore innovations in healthy indoor environments.
Scan the QR code to know more.

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