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.
In our 2023 report on the 25 most polluted cities, nine Indian cities were included. We’ve also explored potential factors contributing to air pollution in India. The most polluted cities in India like Delhi, Patna, Faridabad etc. are surrounded by large farming areas. Different agriculture related pollutants further worsen the …
Find the right face masks to protect your health from air pollution and viruses such as COVID. However, the effectiveness and comfort of masks can greatly differ. In this article, we take a look at how to choose the best face mask and the factors you should consider when buying …
Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world. PM2.5 pollution levels reach more than 10 times the World Health Organization’s annual limit. The city aims to tackle this crisis by installing a smog tower. Yet, an important question remains: Can Delhi’s air purifier tower effectively combat outdoor air pollution? …
During seasonal changes, pollen triggers allergic reactions, sneezing, and itchy eyes for many. Does pollen show up in air quality readings? If so, people with allergies could use pollution readings to get a sense of local pollen conditions. How Small is Pollen? Intact pollen generally ranges from 10 microns to …
After more than 16 years, the World Health Organization (WHO) updated its air quality guidelines, including its recommended limits for one of the world’s biggest killers, PM2.5 air pollution. The WHO lowered their annual PM2.5 limit by half, from 10 micrograms to 5 micrograms. So are these new guidelines safe …
Air pollution in Indonesia has severely worsened in recent years. From 2013 to 2016 alone, Indonesia’s air pollution doubled. In 2010, Jakarta averaged over 4 times (40 micrograms) the WHO recommended healthy limit of PM.5 air pollution. With pollution levels worsening to dangerous levels, many may wonder where Indonesia and …
The QT3 is the latest addition to the Smart Air HEPA air purifier family, known for its small, compact, and lightweight design. This makes it an excellent choice as both a portable and desktop air purifier, ensuring clean air right at your desk or wherever you go. But it’s not …
High CO2 levels negatively affect wellbeing and productivity and strongly correlate with disease spread. Thus, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, measuring indoor CO2 levels is useful. Popular CO2 monitors include the IQAir AirVisual Pro and Kaiterra Laser Egg + CO2. But how accurate are these CO2 monitors? Smart Air conducted …
Although carbon dioxide (CO2) is a byproduct of many natural processes, high levels of CO2 can cause a variety of health effects on humans. This article explains at what levels CO2 becomes dangerous and the negative health effects of these high CO2 levels. Also, how do CO2 levels become high …
For many years, Xiaomi air purifiers have been one of the better-value air purifiers in many markets around the world. Unfortunately, Smart Air’s 2023 review of the new Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 found the Mi 4 comes with potentially dangerous technology. Xiaomi Mi 4 Air Purifier: What’s New? The …
