Here at Molekule, we talk about air quality a lot. We research, think about and write about air quality a lot too. Sometimes you have to get back to basics and explore the fundamental problem of poor air quality. In order to understand what good air quality is, we need to know what makes air quality bad.

As a science-based company, Molekule has been testing assumptions about air pollution using scientific principles with a mission to push the industry forward.

Air quality is a top concern for those who are affected by wildfires in their region and surrounding areas. Find out how wildfire smoke can impact health and tips to stay safe.

To determine the "worst" air quality in a state we reviewed the ALA’s State of the Air report to see how many times a given city (and its counties, where applicable) in a state showed up in the top 25 rankings lists for year-round particle pollution, short-term particle pollution (24 hours) and ozone days. We also took into consideration the city’s proximity to major metropolitan areas.

As the air gets colder, it loses some of its ability to retain moisture. This is why so many people associate dry air with winter, and why it makes sense to prepare your home before the upcoming colder months. As the air indoors becomes drier, it can start to have a negative impact on your home, belongings and even your health. 

Evidence of the harmful effects of indoor air pollution is piling up, and an increasing number of people are searching for a way to protect and improve the air quality inside of their homes. Buying an air purifier can be an effective indoor air quality solution, as long as you choose one that can meet your needs.

Trying to remove VOC sources from your home may seem overwhelming at first, but the effort is worth it to protect your children and yourself from harmful emissions. Once you learn which common household items are exposing your children to VOCs, it becomes much easier to make the right decisions to maintain the air quality of your home.

One of the most effective ways to protect your child from exposure to air pollution is to monitor AQI levels in your area and follow outdoor physical activity guidelines relative to your child’s level of sensitivity ... The best thing you can do to protect yourself and your family from air pollution is to stay informed about the air quality conditions and concerns in your area. Then, you can take the appropriate precautions to avoid pollutant exposure on unhealthy air days.

Office building, malls and train stations are among the public places with the worst indoor air quality. Find out what other public places have problems and learn some steps you can take to protect yourself.

Basements are renowned for stale air. It’s not just a simple nuisance, but it may pose a health risk. Basement air quality may be the worst in your house, especially if you have an unfinished basement. The musty smell is symptomatic of air pollution capable of causing adverse health effects.