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.
Asthma is a chronic condition that affects around 5.4 million people in the UK, including 1.1 million children. There are many allergens that can cause issues for those suffering with asthma, including animal dander, dust mites, indoor/outdoor moulds, tree pollen and grass pollen. Airborne Allergy Action is a community interest company set up to raise … Read more
The popularity of wood-burning stoves has risen dramatically in recent years. Around 1.5 million UK households now have one, with an estimated 200,000 wood burners continuing to be sold each year. As we enter into winter at the time of a cost of living crisis, some suppliers are reporting huge uplifts in the purchasing of … Read more
As part of our recent report, 2020: Our Air in Review, we spoke to Chris Rush, Air Quality Group Lead at Hoare Lea and a committee member of the Institute of Air Quality Management. He spoke to us about how attitudes are changing, awareness is increasing, and why we need to make sure we’re always … Read more
We believe that clean air is a human right, but sadly, we are not yet at the point where clean air is available for all. Poor Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) affects everyone, especially our children. Babies and children are extremely susceptible to the effects of air pollution as their bodies, and the organs within them, … Read more
As part of our recent report, 2020: Our Air in Review, we spoke to Ruth Duston OBE to discover her thoughts on how we can work together to recover from the pandemic. Ruth’s career spans over 25 years working within regeneration, having worked with some of the most deprived communities in the country to shape … Read more
It’s true that modern workplaces have started to welcome the importance of wellbeing, many offices include breakout spaces, meditation rooms and fitness studios, but the focus on the impact of air quality has been minimal.