Posted on

Startup Unveils $179 Houseplant Engineered to be 30 times more efficient at Purifying Air

36438289 2211713715522248 6480027737426755584 n

This new “Devil’s ivy” is 30 times more efficient than any plant found in nature

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Ridgewood NJ, Neoplants’ Neo P1 is a houseplant that is up to 30 times more effective at removing volatile organic compounds from indoor air than the most efficient plants found in nature. The concentrations of VOCs in indoor areas can be 10 times higher than in outdoor areas and getting rid of them can be difficult. The Neo P1 will cost $179 and come with three months’ worth of a solution containing microorganisms that boost the plant’s air purifying performance. It is unclear how the plant compares to ventilation or an air exchanger.

 

Posted on

Why Keeping Indoor Air Is Good for You (And How You Can Do It)

h2o 750ml capacity ultrasonic air humidifier

If you think that once you’re home you’ll be safe from pollution, think again. 

Shockingly enough, research has shown that our indoor air may contain an even higher percentage of pollution. Failing to keep a clean and healthy indoor environment will show its effect on our health in many ways. 

Continue reading Why Keeping Indoor Air Is Good for You (And How You Can Do It)