Community Update
9/1/2021
Globally Unified Air Quality is committed to keeping you up to date with key air quality news. Stay updated on our company progress and air quality efforts!
“People of color are over three times more likely to be breathing the most polluted air than white people.”
Company Updates
The GUAQ team has been working hard to expand our global network of air quality monitors. Next week, we will be starting in the Halcyon Incubator program with the goal of furthering our air quality efforts and reaching new communities.
GUAQ is excited for our upcoming air quality initiatives in schools! We would appreciate any connections to current or former teachers, administrators, or PTA members that are interested in speaking with us about how we can help their schools and communities. Please email us at team@guaq.tech if you have anyone in mind.
On the technical front, the GUAQ software team has been making progress on upgrading the GUAQ mobile application. The team has been working on introducing further AQI based recommendations and visualizations, for more clear and immediate feedback in terms of AQ standards many are familiar with. We strive to make it as easy as possible for you to view and manage your data. By providing you with full control of your air quality data, we hope to encourage air quality awareness and reform efforts. Have any new features you would like to see in the app? Give us your input!
Air Quality News
How to Keep Your Indoor Air Quality Under Control
August 1, 2021
“The air, unfortunately, is filthy. Generally it's full of dust; pet dander; outdoor pollutants, which could include wildfire smoke depending on where you live; formaldehyde, which can come from wood furniture; and particulate matter.”
The Air Quality Index Explained: What It Means and How to Stay Safe
August 6, 2021
“Even if the level of daily air quality is not listed as dangerous, some experts say that you may still feel negative effects. The effects of air pollution can be mild, like eye and throat irritation, or serious, including heart and respiratory issues”
These 7 states are under air quality alerts as wildfires rage in the West
August 25, 2021
“Seven Western states are under air quality alerts due to raging wildfires, which have forced thousands to evacuate and destroyed hundreds of homes.”