PurpleAir Blog | Making Air Quality Accessible For All
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Everything You Need in a Wildfire Emergency Plan (With Checklist)
Every year the world experiences wildfires, and it is always a good idea to have a clear action plan. Be prepared in case unexpected situations arise by following this checklist. -
Urban Trees That Help Reduce Air Pollution
Today, we're looking at how trees affect your air quality, why cities need more trees, and which ones can help improve it. -
Common Indoor Air Pollutants: Does Cooking and Cleaning Create Air Pollution?
Indoor air is not receiving the necessary attention despite how people spend 90% of their time inside. Learn more about the most common indoor air pollutants.
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Outdoor Air Pollution: Carbon Monoxide
CO or Carbon Monoxide is a colorless and oderless gas. If inhaled constantly or the concentrations are too high, it can affect our health severely. -
Air Quality Index Guide: What Should You Do in Each Level?
Particle pollution is one of the most common pollutants, and often it is not clear what we can or should do at each air quality index level. There are six levels, from good to hazardous. -
Flying RC Gliders and the International Hand Launch Glider Festival
Last week was the International Hand Launch Glider Festival, the largest gathering of radio-control discus launch gliders in North America. No, PurpleAir hasn't pivoted into making RC toys, but it holds a special place in our hearts. This hobby provided me (Adrian Dybwad) with the building blocks for creating the first air quality sensors that have grown into the PurpleAir we all know and love today. -
What to do About Indoor Air Quality During Wildfires?
During a wildfire, the fire itself, the smoke and ashes can affect your health. Learn about how higher concentrations of particulate matter are so unhealthy to breathe. -
DIY Project: How to Make a Box Fan Air Purifier
During wildfire season, ventilating our home can be a challenge. Here, we will teach you how to make a box fan air purifier with a DIY project. -
How to Reduce Exposure To Air Pollution & High levels of PM2.5
When the AQI (Air Quality Index) in your area shows extremely high levels of PM2.5 or your PurpleAir sensor shows a health alert, it means that pollution is hazardous at these levels. Consider these steps to reduce your exposure. -
Community Scientists: How Anyone Can Get Involved in Science
Are you curious about the air quality around you? Do you want to learn more and contribute to your community with your air quality projects? Join our ranks as a Community Scientist! -
Hyper-local, Real-time Air Quality Map
The air we breathe has direct consequences on our health. According to The NOAA, "Poor air quality is responsible for an estimated more than 100,000 premature deaths in the U.S each year". PurpleAir has designed a hyper-local, real-time air quality map that targets the need to measure and visualize air quality. -
What is Particulate Matter (PM)?
PM - which stands for particulate matter or particle pollution - is an intricate mixture of liquid droplets made up of acids (like nitrates and sulfates), ammonium, water, black carbon, organic chemicals, metals, soil material, and air-borne particles.
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