Air quality news
Updates on installations, improvements, tests and the 1001 other things we do.
Making the Right Move: Reduce Air Pollution from Your Household
You’ve probably seen the news about air pollution and how it affects our health. But did you know your home can play a big role in the air quality of your neighborhood? When you’re looking for a new place, think about how it impacts the air, not just the design
Air Quality Features in the New LEED V5 Release
The LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification system, known for setting the global standard in green building design, has introduced significant updates in its latest version, LEED V5. A key focus of this release is the enhancement of air quality criteria, reflecting the growing importance of indoor and
14 days of poor air quality in Brussels
If you have been outside in the last few weeks, you probably have felt the icy temperatures and cold winter weather, which also affects our health due to higher pollution in our cities.
Our air quality sensors that are placed near the busiest areas in Brussels, detected concentrations well above
Emerging Air Quality Monitoring Trends for 2025
Discover the cutting-edge advancements shaping air quality monitoring in 2025. From real-time data modeling and AI-driven analyses to smart indoor systems and pollution source detection, explore how innovative technologies are transforming environmental and indoor air quality management. Learn how solutions like Airscan empower individuals, businesses, and governments to take proactive
The Impact of Air Pollution on Athletes’ Health: A Review of Risks and Recommendations
The Brussels Marathon being a popular event in the heart of the city, it is interesting to note the lack of awareness the health risks of air pollution in an urban setting on the everyday athlete. Air pollution presents significant risks to health, both in the short and long term,
Green Building Certification: Your Checklist for Successful Performance Verification
Performance verification is the finish line of a green building certification marathon for a building project. At this moment, a project team and people involved in the construction of the building get to know if all the solutions and mechanisms implemented in the building are working following the design plan.
Ozone Levels In Brussels For The Last 10 Years
Did you know that the very air we breathe can be both a shield and a hazard? While ozone high up in the atmosphere protects us from the sun’s harmful rays, ground-level ozone can pose serious health risks. Airscan’s latest decade-long study reveals alarming trends in ozone levels across Brussels,
Pure Cities: how temperature, wind and rain shape our air
This article explores the seasonal variations in air pollution and the influence of meteorological factors on pollutant concentrations, focusing on data from the “Pure Cities” project in Belgium. Analyzing pollutants like PM2.5, PM10, and NO2, the study highlights how temperature, humidity, wind speed, atmospheric pressure, and precipitation affect air quality
Beats for Planet: Key Findings of 3 Years of Air Quality Monitoring in Belgian Schools
3 Years of Beats for Planet: this is what we know about air quality in Belgian schools! If you have been following Airscan for a while, you will definitely know Beats for Planet. Airscan launched this project with Belfius three years ago with the aim of helping schools improve their
