Many air quality hazards aren't easy to detect by sight or smell—so how do you know if you have a problem? Low-cost air quality monitors have made it easier than ever to learn the truth about our exposure to air pollution. But just having the monitors is only half the...
We are overjoyed to introduce Elly Helgen as the newest member of the ROCIS team! Elly joined ROCIS as the SWPA Project Coordinator this summer. We asked Elly a few questions about what brought her here and her connection to air quality. Take a moment to get to know...
We've had the pleasure of working with Bill Collinge over the years as we developed our data tools for the Low Cost Monitoring Project. Bill has recently joined the ROCIS team as an air quality analyst. In the short time he's been with us, he's already helped us...
by Shaina Lacap The ROCIS radon data shows that we should all be testing for radon, but testing isn’t enough.While most Americans are aware of the risks associated with smoking, the health impacts of radon often fall under the radar. Radon is the second leading cause...
When it comes to pollution control, addressing the source of the pollution itself is the key. Both the cooking of food and the burner use can be a major emission source, so how you cook can make a big difference. Here’s how to tackle cooking and burner emissions of...
Most range hoods currently installed in homes are not very effective due to their design and/or operation and maintenance. Here are some easy things to do to improve the removal of pollutants, odors, grease, and moisture from cooking in your home. More information and...