Air pollution is a growing global issue, that is detrimental to human health and the environment. Major sources of air pollution include manufacturing, power and transport. Some of the major health effects of air pollution are lung and heart diseases. Read more on what air pollution is, global air pollution trends and more here.
Smart Air was created over 10 years ago when Anna Guo started working with Thomas Talhelm. Passionate about a healthy lifestyle and aware of the importance of clean air, Anna has helped develop a company that provides low-cost clean air solutions around the world. Read a short interview with Anna …
5 Questions with Thomas Talhelm, Founder of Smart Air
We previously discussed how HEPA filters remove asbestos from the air extremely well. But asbestos causes cancer, so I wouldn’t rely on just a purifier while in the room. I’d want to wear a mask. How Big Are Asbestos Particles? Asbestos particles range from 0.7 to 90 microns. To put this …
Energy costs are often overlooked when buying an air purifier. Although energy efficiency may seem minor, choosing an inefficient purifier can incur large electricity costs. In this article, we discuss how to choose an energy-efficient air purifier and also analyze the electricity costs of running some popular air purifiers. Comparison …
Newly renovated apartments and offices typically have high levels of formaldehyde. One of the most effective ways of removing formaldehyde is to run a formaldehyde cookout. But what is a formaldehyde cookout and how do you run one? In this article, we show how to run a cookout in your …
Many big purifier companies claim only their HEPA filters capture nanoparticles, like this Molekule ad. Although this claim is false, even journalists repeat this myth. Why is this belief so pervasive? What size micron is a HEPA filter? One reasonable explanation is that the definition of “HEPA” leads people down …
Every year, spring’s blossoms bring with them a wave of pollen. For places like Beijing, it’s also the start of the ‘snowy season’, with the hundreds of willow trees producing their fluffy catkin friends and the sniffles that follow. But how can we avoid the uncomfortable coughing and sneezing? Which …
Wondering what the EN1822 HEPA filter standard is, and when to use it? This article covers the scope and history of the EN1822 standard, the different EN1822 filter classifications, and the test methods used. Jump to the relevant section: EN1822 HEPA Filter Standard: Overview EN1822 and its latest version, the …
PM2.5 air quality monitors can be a great tool to ensure the air you are breathing is safe. So what are the best PM2.5 air quality monitors in 2024? Which air quality monitors are the most accurate? PM2.5 Air Quality Monitor Tests The South Coast AQMD tested 55 PM2.5 air …
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