Portable air purifiers can make a big difference in improving air quality around you, especially in shared public spaces. But with so many options available, how do you choose the right one? Here are the key factors to consider when selecting a portable air purifier that meets your needs. 1. …
The European Union has tightened its air quality standards, including PM2.5 and PM10, setting stricter limits on these pollutants to reduce exposure and improve public health, bringing the EU closer to WHO guidelines. Here’s a look at which countries are meeting the new standards and which are still falling short. …
This global snapshot provides an overview of air quality standards in India, the United States, China, Europe, Bangladesh, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Australia, Japan, and South Africa, emphasizing the standards for particulate matter, including PM2.5 and PM10. High levels of both PM2.5 and PM10 in the air …
PM2.5 and PM10 are the two types of air pollution that the WHO estimates affect “more people than any other pollutant,” but they are different. Here’s how the two contrast. PM2.5 Meaning PM2.5 (Particulate Matter 2.5): “PM” refers to particulate matter—particles in the air. PM2.5 are tiny airborne particles with a …
Have you ever noticed an unpleasant smell at your gym? That could be a sign of something more concerning: poor air quality. While going to gyms makes you healthier, the air inside may not be as clean as we think. So, how bad is the air you breathe during your …
With wildfires becoming more frequent and severe due to climate change and human activity, concerns are growing about the health risks of breathing in wildfire smoke. But how does this exposure compare to the well-known dangers of smoking cigarettes? While both types of smoke are harmful, they differ significantly in …
It is no surprise that wildfires affect air quality. The wildfires in California and Australia have had a substantial impact on air quality levels over time. Pictures like the one above show the large amounts of smoke and pollution produced by these forest fires in California. But how exactly does …
Wildfires create a serious amount of smoke and air pollution. Wildfire smoke can cause short and long-term health impacts. That’s why it’s important to know how to protect yourself from wildfire smoke. Wildfire smoke is a form of air pollution. It contains dangerous VOC gases and small particles (PM2.5) that …
Current air regulations regard all PM2.5 air pollution as equally hazardous. However, recent studies indicate that particulate matter from wildfire smoke is considerably more toxic than that found in typical outdoor air pollution. This suggests that wildfire smoke could be much more harmful than what current air quality indexes reflect. …
Air pollution is a problem that affects us all. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 9 out of 10 people in the world breathe polluted air, which contributes to 7 million premature deaths each year. Achim Haug, founder of AirGradient, decided to do something about it. Inspired by the …
