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.
Residing on elevated levels in tall buildings creates a sense of isolation from the surrounding world—cars, streets, and shaokao vendors appear more distant. The question arises: does this elevated living also translate to lower PM2.5 air pollution levels on higher floors? The Tall Building Pollution Test Tristan from the Smart …
There are lots of discussion on effectively eliminating formaldehyde and VOC chemical accumulation in homes. Here, we present three scientifically supported methods to diminish and filter formaldehyde within your home. What does Formaldehyde Smell Like? Formaldehyde is recognized by its sharp, pungent odor, described as sweet or acrid. Often associated …
Levoit Core 300S, with over 94,000 reviews on Amazon, ranks as the No.1 best-seller in HEPA filter air purifiers. Yet, it’s not just the numbers that caught our attention – a little dispute with Dyson intrigued us to look deeper into this purifier model. Here is our review of the …
3M has been selling air conditioner (AC) filters designed to be added to AC inlets for quite some time. These filters are promoted by 3M as a simple and easily attachable solution—a great way to diminish PM2.5 levels in homes without the need for a separate air purifier. But the …
Winter air quality in India is hazardous, with PM2.5 pollution levels reach more than 10 times the World Health Organization’s annual limit. Hazy skies and pollution alerts have become the norm during India’s winters. But just why is this? Analyzing India’s Summer & Winter Pollution Levels Data analyzed by Smart …
When Smart Air polled people about what time of day air pollution is lowest, the most popular answer was the early morning, before the morning rush hour. But how accurate are our intuitions? To get to the bottom of it, Smart Air analyzed thousands of hours of PM2.5 data from …
In our 2023 25 most polluted cities report, 9 Indian cities made the list. So where does India’s air pollution come from? Let’s dive into to see what the sources are of India’s serious air pollution. Sources of India’s Air Pollution: By Industry A study undertaken by Council on Energy, …
Just like many other countries in the world, winter season in India brings with it a wave of air pollution. Those living in India are accustomed to heaving to breathe through thick blankets of smog. Many resort to using air purifiers at home and wearing masks while outdoors. But just …
A question that I get asked often (and that I have always wondered about) is whether my wall-mounted air conditioners are pulling in dirty air from outside. If so, I rather not use it, especially on days with bad air. My short answer is no. To explain why, I’ve got …
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