Despite decades of progress, but the air quality across the globe started to decline over the past few years. The Air Quality Index of big cities across the globe starts deteriorating and reaches to warning level. Air Pollution is more concentrated in urban areas where higher population density and industrialization. But it also indirectly affects rural areas.
Air pollution is one of the major factors disturbing the ecosystem and raises to global warming. It is the emission of particulates, harmful gases, pollutants and biological molecules and many more in the air. Air pollution can result from both human and natural activities. Although there are many contributors but the burning of fossil fuels, industrial waste, vehicular emissions, excessive mining, agricultural-related activities are the main causes of Air pollution. Pollution can also result from electrical appliances like Refrigerators , washing machine Ovens etc.
As per study Air pollution kills more than 7 million peoples every year.
There are many best practices which can help to reduce the effect of air pollution.
- Plant more trees – Trees are our best friend, they will eliminate carbon dioxide from the environment and will release fresh oxygen for our breathing.
- Get rid of mold - Molds emits spores into the air which is harmful to human health.
- Regularly wash your curtains, mats and bedding to reduce the dust from the house
- Keep your pet clean, bath them regularly, wipe their paws etc.
- Avoid indoor smoking.
- Always prefer clean and clear cooking fuel.
- Always switch off unnecessary electrical appliances.
- There are many Air Conditioners which has PM filters can help to remove airborne particles from the air.
- You should use a mask when passing through dirty air.
- You should install an Air Purifier to eliminate indoor air pollution.
An Air purifier has many filters which will remove the dust, airborne particle, pollen, harmful gases, chemicals. There are many air purifiers which have activated carbon filters which will eliminate the bad odors from the air. they are capable of eliminating particles as small as 2.5 micrometers.
Awareness of Indoor Air Pollution is much essential. You can check the live status of the Air Quality Index of your city online. If it is on a warning level then it’s time to install an Air Purifier in your home.
