GRAP-IV imposed in specific locations to improve air quality in Mumbai
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation imposed GRAP-IV measures to curb Mumbai’s deteriorating air quality, which saw a sharp decline in recent days. The BMC commissioner stressed that air quality is closely monitored at 32 locations across Mumbai BMC Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani attributed
Combating air pollution with IoT and UV technology
Indoor and outdoor air pollution sources vary, with indoor contaminants often originating from combustion, building materials, and biological agents. Harsh Gupta, Manager, Blue Star, shares the mitigation methods using IoT and UV technology How do indoor air pollution sources differ from
IoT-enabled filtration slashes energy use and optimises air quality
Air pollution, both indoors and outdoors, poses serious health and environmental risks. Dr. Amit Passi, Senior Program Associate at WRI India, explores integrated approaches to monitor, manage, and mitigate airborne pollutants for healthier, more sustainable living environments What strategies can be
High pollution has been the norm in 2025
Emissions from forest fires include carbon monoxide, fine particulate matter in the form of PM2.5, and black carbon. When breathed in, these finer particles of pollution can enter the bloodstream and lead to respiratory conditions and even death. As air quality in
Science, planning, and actionable awareness do combat air pollution
Air pollution from various sources affects both health and the environment. With rising urbanisation and industrial activity, recognising pollution sources, health impacts, monitoring tools, and mitigation strategies, along with public awareness, is essential for building healthier, more sustainable communities. This
Behind closed doors: The toxic truth about indoor air
This article discusses the often-overlooked challenge of indoor air pollution in India. While outdoor pollution dominates headlines, the truth is that many Indians—particularly women, children, and the elderly—face daily exposure to pollutants inside their homes. Dr. Ajay Nagpure, a Scientist at
Fighting air pollution in the third pole
Dr. Khushboo Sharma, an Air Pollution Analyst at the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) in Kathmandu, reviews air pollution in the Hindu Kush Himalaya and analyses that it is a growing existential threat, impacting health, glaciers, and regional stability.
How air filtration, urban energy, and smart design are shaping net-zero futures!
Infants in prams breathe more polluted air than adults pushing them, as their breathing zone lies closer to traffic emissions and road-level pollutants. The fine particle levels are up to 44 percent higher at pram height, and as much as 72 percent
Air filtration technology accelerating amid pollution awareness
With increasing global awareness of the health hazards associated with air pollution, demand for advanced air filtration media is on the rise. The need to control emissions and improve indoor air quality is driving innovation and investment across industries, prompting companies
Air Purifier market size to grow at a CAGR of 7.2 percent
With rising concerns about indoor air pollution, increasing health awareness, and growing urbanisation, air purifiers have become essential components of modern living spaces. These devices, once considered a luxury, are now widely present across residential and commercial spaces to ensure