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3 truths every business owner needs to know about indoor air quality (IAQ)

Indoor air quality (IAQ) not only affects employee health, but also productivity. This, in turn, can affect the success of your business! Here’s all you need to know about the impact of indoor air quality on your employees and how to manage…
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Where does smog get its colour from?

We all know that the reddish-brown haze that hangs over our cities signals poor air pollution from smog. But where and why does this phenomenon occur? Read on to find out. What is smog? Smog is a type of air pollution that reduces visibility.…
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Air pollution and noncommunicable diseases

Air pollution has long been linked to various health issues. Today, we’re going to take a closer look at a specific category of illnesses poor air quality is responsible for: noncommunicable diseases. What are noncommunicable diseases? Noncommunicable…
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What are urban heat islands?

An urban heat island is a phenomenon that occurs in metropolitan areas that can negatively affect air and water quality for city dwellers. But what is it, exactly? And how can it be dealt with? Read on to find out. What is an urban heat island? An…
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What is good air quality?

Clean air is vital for our health, the environment, and even the economy. But what exactly constitutes good air quality? Read on to find out. What is air quality? The air we breathe is made up of 78% nitrogen, 21% oxygen, and other gases…
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How much did EU cities and states pay in air pollution fines in recent years?

The recent decision of the European Court of Justice to condemn Germany for too high levels of air pollution has put the spotlight back on the European Union's legal action on environmental justice.  But exactly what dimensions are we talking…
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Is air quality improving? A perspective on Germany, the EU, the United States and the rest of the world

The impact of poor air quality is well-documented and widely researched. While it is an ongoing issue that is currently being addressed through various legislations and guidelines all over the world, are our efforts actually clearing the air…
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Marius Sylvestersen wird Teil von Breeze Technologies‘ Board of Advisors

Hamburg. Marius Sylvestersen ist das neueste Mitglied des Board of Advisors von Breeze Technologies. Er unterstützt zukünftige Internationalisierungsinitiativen und vertritt die Perspektive von Städten in der Produkt- und Geschäftsentwicklung…
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How to measure air quality

The importance of monitoring air quality is evident in the impact pollutants have on human health, the environment, and the economy. By assessing the extent of air pollution through timely, accurate data, policies and standards can be enacted,…
Breeze Technologies is the winner of the Future Hamburg Award
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Breeze Technologies gewinnt den Future Hamburg Award

Breeze Technologies wurde heute mit dem ersten Preis beim Future Hamburg Award ausgezeichnet. Der Preis richtet sich an Startups mit Ideen und Projekten für die Stadt von Morgen. Als Erstplatzierter erhält Breeze Technologies einen einmonatigen…
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EuGH verurteilt Deutschland wegen zu schmutziger Luft in Städten – Was jetzt für Städte wichtig ist

Der Europäische Gerichtshof hat Deutschland am Donnerstag wegen zu hoher Luftverschmutzung in vielen Städten verurteilt. Ausschlaggebend hierfür waren langfristige zu hohe Stickstoffdioxid-Werte (NO2). 2018 verklagte die europäische Kommission…
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The impact of air pollution on mental health

When talking about the negative effects of air pollution, a lot of focus is placed on the physical diseases that occur from pollutant exposure. But did you know that air pollution affects mental health as well? Read on to find out more. Research…