Today is September 7th. What’s so special?

DID YOU KNOW that September 7 is World Clean Air Day? The celebration doesn’t have a long history. It was proposed by South Korea and has been an official UN observance since 2020. This alone shows how badly the air we breathe has become polluted in recent years. Eliminating the use of fossil fuels and achieving carbon neutrality while making the air completely clean is a difficult task that will take far too long. However, if you are suffering from fine dust, there are actions you can take right now by using these products.

Water filters Air purifiers

Are you tired of your air purifier getting dirty quickly and having to consistently change the filter? There’s a new air purifier that operates using water and doesn’t require a filter. A South Korean startup called ‘Watervation’ was inspired by the way the sky clears of fine dust when it rains. They have developed a device that uses water to flush out impurities without the need for a traditional filter. The water is drawn up using the company’s proprietary method, broken into small pieces, and then sprayed out to effectively act as a filter. This innovation could help reduce filter waste on the planet.

Smart Mask

We might soon be using masks fitted with air quality sensors and filtration systems. This mask, created by Malaysian startup ‘Respro’, can filter out dust, gases, and vapors. An essential factor for comfort is the mask’s capability to release heat and water vapor produced during breathing. The mask is equipped with a valve that allows the wearer to control humidity. It is recommended for use when cycling or running in city centers.

Nose Clean Stickers

Did you leave the house without a mask? How about using an air filter that fits perfectly into your nostrils? The Indian startup ‘Nanoclean’ has made it easy to breathe in clean air with this tiny, nostril-sized product. It sticks to your nose through a nasal filter that prevents harmful air pollutants from entering your body. If you find that your mask is obstructing your breathing, you might want to consider putting a sticker on your nose from time to time.

Dust Eater Tower

The large number of cars on the road contributes to poor air quality. Exhaust fumes and tiny particles from tires, roads, and brakes are more harmful than regular dust. To address this issue, we should consider constructing smart air purification towers throughout the city. A South Korea-based startup called ‘CMC Tech‘ suggests installing air purification towers at the center of traffic circles. If the tower successfully filters out the dust, the clean air will be released through sidewalk vents, providing cleaner air for people to breathe.

Living plant-based air purifiers

It is widely known that trees absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen. Inspired by this natural process, the India-based startup, ‘ubreathe,‘ has developed a plant-based air purifier inspired by the natural process of trees absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen. This innovative air purifier grows plants within a specially designed wooden box equipped with a HEPA (high-efficiency particulate air) filter. It effectively increases indoor oxygen levels and improves air quality by releasing purified air through a 360-degree outlet. Watching the natural leaves purify the air can also help calm your mind.

Plug in Air Cleaner

You can simply plug this air purifier into a wall outlet to generate negative ions. This lightweight and small air purifier was developed by the South Korean startup ‘Ionis.‘ It can generate 2 million high-capacity negative ions to remove airborne pollutants and reduce ozone depletion when plugged in. Ionis’ unique radial ionization technology helps protect you from harmful environmental contaminants such as fine dust, yellow dust, mold, and viruses. And, of course, you can leave it plugged in and out of your way, so it requires no cleaning or maintenance.

Anti-radiation mobile chip

Microwaves are linked to air quality. Microwave radiation can cause the body to produce harmful free radicals, altered forms of oxygen that damage cells during breathing. These free radicals can combine with oxygen in indoor air to create ozone. Essentially, poorer air quality produces more free radicals, which can make you sick. What if we could reduce the impact of free radicals by blocking electromagnetic waves? If you want to minimize your exposure to electromagnetic waves, consider reducing your smartphone’s time in close contact with your body. Just stick this chip in your smartphone. Created by ‘Environics‘, a startup from India.