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.
Air pollution is everywhere, but for millions of children in East Asia and the Pacific, it’s more than just an inconvenience, it’s a life-threatening crisis. Every single day, more than 100 children under five lose their lives because of toxic air. That’s one child every 14 minutes. Why is this happening? …
Recently I discovered thousands of people ask Google “What do air purifiers do?” and “How do air purifiers work?” each month. Ten years ago, Smart Air’s founder and University of Chicago Professor Thomas Talhelm had these questions too. In fact, these questions ultimately led Thomas to create Smart Air and …
Dust is everywhere. No matter how much you clean, it always finds a way to land on your furniture, floors, and shelves. While it may seem like just an annoying layer of dirt, dust can be much more than that. It can contain allergens, pollutants, and even toxic particles that …
Multiple types of air filters and technologies exist to clean and filter the air we breathe. But what type of filter should you use to filter viruses and pollen? Or how about nasty smells and other gases like NOx or SOx? This article shows you what you need to know. …
While smoking remains the leading cause of lung cancer, research is now showing how air pollution is causing a surge in lung cancer cases, especially among non-smokers. Air pollution is the “new tobacco” according to Dr. Tedros Ghebreyesus, Head of the World Health Organization (WHO). Every day, billions of people …
Vape smoke indoors raises concerns about odors, fine particulate matter, and potential health risks, leading many to wonder if air purifiers can offer a solution. Let’s dive in. Understanding Vape Smoke To understand if air purifiers can help with vape smoke, we have to break down what vape smoke is …
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. …
The QT3 is a small, portable air purifier designed to provide a stream of clean air on the go. Even though the QT3 is not designed for cleaning entire rooms, our tests show it is effective at cleaning small rooms up to 15 m2. That raises the question, is the …
Can air purifiers be made from just a fan, furnace filters, and duct tape? Introducing the Corsi-Rosenthal Box (CR Box) DIY air purifier. This is an effective, budget-friendly air purifier that you can put together with low cost. At Smart Air, we’ve been creating, testing, and instructing people on DIY …
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