Identification of a quantitative method for the evaluation of the environmental quality of educational centers near to antennas of base stations of mobile telephony

Abstract

Context: The objective of this research is to define an appropriate quantitative method to evaluate the environmental quality affected by the location of antennas of base stations of mobile telephony near educative centers. This study is based on the method of Norbert Dee from Battel Columbus Laboratories. Method: For the development of the study, we took into account the most affected parts: number of species (both animals and plants), people, maximum levels of radiation, and the minimum allowed distance for the installation of antennas in Colombia. The study was conducted at a school in the city of Ocaña, located near an antenna base station for mobile telephony. For the tests we used surveys, the QGis software, and a high-frequency electromagnetic radiation measuring equipment (Spectran HF 60105. Aronia). Results: As a result, we obtained six equations that help define the environmental quality index according to the mathematical relationship between the affected parts, the limit of location, and the radiation of mobile phone antennas permitted in any region. Conclusions: The proposed method allows measuring indices of environmental quality in educational centers affected by the location and function of antennas base stations of mobile telephony. Additionally, a quantitative method prevents the need to implement a subjective and unspecific evaluation.

Keywords

• ambiente, antena, colegio, telefonía