We are a nation of citizen scientists who will one day use regulation-grade, low-cost sensors to measure and report outdoor air quality to the world. However, what happens when we confront the air inside buildings? We know that air in our homes is more polluted than outside.
Ozone in the stratosphere protects us from the sun's UV radiation, but at ground level, it is a harmful air pollutant. You might even be able to smell it. Read more here about ozone and ways to reduce your exposure.
If you are looking to reduce the concentration of indoor air pollutants within your home there are several simple and low-cost methods that we can take to enhance air quality and breathe easier indoors.
What is a VOC? Where do they appear and why are they harmful? Learn about Volatile Organic Compounds, both indoor and outdoor and how you can combat VOCs.
Indoor air quality has a tremendous impact on our day-to-day health and should not go unmonitored, otherwise there could be potential health risks. Here are seven ways to improve the quality of your indoor air.
Off-gassing is a key cause of indoor air pollution. Chances are that you've experienced off-gassing, but what exactly is it? And how can you avoid it?