health and economic outcomes are scientifically analyzed. There are also economic
consequences; for example, electrical utilities sometimes have had to redirect highvoltage power lines around populated areas and even stop their construction. The real
estate industry is also increasingly concerned with issues related to EMF exposure.
These include equipment interference, potential liability, property valuation, premises abandonment, and tenant concerns about potential health effects. Concerns about
hazards have often pushed manufacturers to improve products by providing better
shielding, which has a positive impact on the EM compatibility and performance of
the product itself. The cost−benefit ratio for making such improvements is always a
concern, but at the same time it is useful to note that endangering public trust is very
important too.
This chapter provides a review of potential health risks associated with exposure
to EMF. The review considers exposure guidelines, dosimetry, and field measurement surveys.