Journal

The AirRated Journal is a space dedicated to the expansive issue of air quality. From tips on how to improve your indoor air quality, to deep dives on environmental issues like air pollution and climate change, our articles explore a variety of air quality-related topics.

By increasing awareness of the implications of poor air quality, both indoor and outdoor, we hope to be part of the change that creates a healthier future for generations to come. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with team@airrated.co if you have any questions or things you would like to see us write about next.

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Why we should improve air quality in and around schools

The government urgently needs to fund and prioritise measures, proving their commitment to improving outdoor and indoor air quality for our schools. It is vital that we protect children from toxic air before it causes irreversible damage to their health and futures. Children spend over 700 hours in the classroom each year, and with scientific … Read more

Winter Garden Indoors

London spotlight: five of the most sustainable working spaces

By Caitlin Rozario The sustainability of a working space used to be a nice addition to other more popular features. But now ping pong tables, beer fridges and hammocks are on their way out, while good ventilation, meat-free Mondays and cycle-to-work schemes are swiftly becoming essentials rather than nice-to-haves. In fact, recent research showed that … Read more

CO2 emissions from a factory foggy day

Rising CO2 levels: ruining the planet and our productivity

From the very beginning of the universe, carbon dioxide (CO2) has played a crucial role in shaping the Earth’s climate. Over an expanse of billions of years, atmospheric levels have risen and fallen periodically, resulting in extreme temperature variations. Since the Industrial Revolution in the mid-1700s, the concentration of CO2 in our air has been … Read more

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Why good indoor air quality is the new must-have for renters and buyers

Optimal Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) has become a must-have for renters and buyers entering the new world of COVID-compliant properties. The pandemic has raised awareness about the importance of good IAQ, as up to 15% of deaths worldwide from COVID-19 could be attributed to long-term exposure to air pollution.  A study also concluded that an … Read more

AirRated Office with good Indoor Air Quality

Exposing the silent killer: poor Indoor Air Quality.

As employees return to their offices, companies may unwittingly be increasing the risk of COVID-19 transmission by failing to make operational changes to improve indoor air quality. Better ventilation systems and improved air quality will play an important role in preventing airborne infection and ensuring a safe and healthy working environment. Companies looking to reoccupy … Read more