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Indoor air quality in schools has always been important. IAQ heavily impacts alertness and cognition, so it has a direct relationship to the well-being and performance of students. In addition, the topic has now taken on an all-new level of urgency during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Sep 20

How Office Air Quality Impacts You at Work

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates that tens of billions of dollars are lost every year due to low office air quality impacting the health of office staff. The science of indoor air is so important that a report published by the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health cited indoor air as one of the nine key foundations of a healthy office building.

Aug 10

Minimize House Dust to Protect Your Health, Now and in the Future

Long-term exposure to high concentrations of fine dust – specifically a size of particulate matter known as PM2.5 – has been linked to increased COVID-19 mortality rates. This makes minimizing house dust in your home a particularly important step in reducing risk over time.

Jul 15

Indoor Air & House Mold (and How to Protect Yourself)

House mold is the bane of homeowners. A silent, creeping enemy, it isn’t only ugly – it can harm your health. Based on reports from EPA and the Berkeley National Laboratory, about 4.6 million cases of asthma in the US can be attributed to house mold exposure. And now that many of us are spending an unprecedented amount of time at home, mold growth is a more pressing concern than ever.

Jul 9

A VOC Sensor Can Protect Your Health in the COVID-19 Era

Evidence suggests that COVID-19 lockdowns have significantly improved outdoor air quality. In the northeastern U.S., NASA registered a 30% drop in air pollution. UK researchers believe cleaner air has saved thousands of lives. In China, meanwhile, a recent study even suggests that lockdown “has saved more lives through improved air quality than were lost to COVID-19.”

Jun 30

Preparing for Re-entry

I think awareness is heightened, and in this economy there'll be a drop in demand for space, both for apartments and offices. With those two things together, I think that the offices with the premier health story will get the premium rent and get the tenants, and the offices with a lagging health story will lag.

May 12

Curious About IAQ?

TFW you see an acronym you don't understand. We’ve all been there. For those new to indoor air quality monitoring, we’ve compiled a list of frequently used terms to help keep you in the know.

Apr 16

WFH Tips to Stay Healthy & Productive

Are you working at home part-time or full-time? We’ve compiled a few air quality tips to help you stay healthy and productive.

Mar 19

3 Air Quality Factors That Increase Your Risk of Infection

As the Coronavirus continues to spread, more people are stocking up on hand sanitizer, staying home sick from work, avoiding unnecessary travel, and doing everything the Center for Disease Control (CDC) begs us to do every flu season with newfound dedication.

Mar 1

6 Glow C Smart Plug Holiday Hacks

Add a little magic to your holidays with these six seasonal Awair Glow C Smart Plug hacks.

Dec 17

5 Compelling Facts About Air Pollution and Global Health

If air pollution disappeared tomorrow, what health impacts could we expect to see? A group of researchers from the Forum of International Respiratory Societies set out to answer that question by compiling research from around the globe. They recently published their findings in a comprehensive report, Health Benefits of Air Pollution Reduction. Below, we’ve listed five compelling facts from their groundbreaking study.

Dec 9

Introducing Awair Element

We’re constantly looking for ways to deliver cutting-edge air quality technology and insight without sacrificing accessibility or style. Our latest air quality monitoring solution delivers five essential air quality sensors in one intuitive, attractive, and affordable monitor.

Nov 19