Diamond Pham
Community Air Monitoring Network Program (C.A.M.P) Outreach Coordinator
Every child deserves clean air where they learn, play, and grow.
That is why we measured air quality at childcare centers across the Houston region before and after installing indoor air filters. We tracked levels of PM1, PM2.5, and PM10 — tiny particles in the air that can affect breathing, trigger asthma, and contribute to other health concerns.
The results were clear: indoor air filters made a major difference.
At childcare centers in Humble, particulate matter levels dropped by more than 50%. In North Eldridge, PM2.5 and PM1 levels were reduced by more than 50%. East Houston and Settegast also saw reductions of more than 50%, while Acres Homes experienced nearly a 40% drop in particulate matter. In Pasadena, particulate matter levels fell by more than 50%.
These improvements mean cleaner indoor air for children, teachers, and staff across our communities. Reducing exposure to harmful particles can help create healthier spaces for learning, play, rest, and development.
For families and childcare providers, these results show that simple investments like indoor air filters can have a meaningful impact on everyday health.
Stay tuned for Part 2, where we will hear directly from childcare center directors about what these improvements have meant for their classrooms, staff, and families.