PurpleAir
High-end pre-assembled outdoor air quality sensor
Episodes
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#4389: The $120 Noise Sensor That Could Change CitiesOne Jerusalem resident wants to track construction noise from his balcony. Here’s why that’s harder than it should be. -
#2793: The 100-Meter Gradient: How Your Street Changes Your HealthAir quality and noise can shift 5-8x within a single city block. Here's how to find your enclave. -
#2572: Solar Panels on Israeli Roofs: Who Gets to Decide?Rooftop solar economics in Israel, the collective-action problem of apartment buildings, and how feed-in tariffs actually work. -
#554: When the Sky Turns Orange: Making Decisions in Hazardous AirJerusalem’s sky has turned orange. Herman and Corn discuss how to navigate high AQI levels, PM 2.5 risks, and the science of protecting your lungs. -
#549: When Particles Cross Into Your BloodDiscover why the smallest air particles are the most dangerous and how HEPA filters tackle the "impossible" 0.3-micron challenge. -
#475: Why Is Israel’s Air Dirtier Than London and New York?Why is Israel’s air quality worse than London’s? Herman and Corn explore the science of smog and how DIY tech can help us breathe. -
#428: How to Read the Air: Decoding AQI, PM, and OzoneFrom orange skies to microscopic particles, learn what’s actually in the air and how to protect your health using the Air Quality Index.