Tracking air polution around the world…

About one month ago, I discovered and became familiar with Purple Air, a company based in Utah, less than one hour away from Park City.

Since 1999, it produces air quality monitors and has a world wide monitoring network that provides particulate levels in real time.

Unlike other products in networks, Purple Air sensors can be purchased and installed by anyone. Its outdoor sensors start at $229 and the company also offers an indoor sensor for $179.

A significant worldwide network is already available and its map can be consulted live to check for smoke, dust and other particulate air pollution.

Seems to me like a must-have unit to have if you live in a high, fine-particulate environment, like California, Salt Lake City, the Great Lake Region, or many parts of Europe and Asia.