Clean-tech Startup Airly Raises $5.5M to Help Communities Improve Air Quality
Revolutionizing the Way We Monitor and Improve Air Quality
Airly, a clean-tech startup based in London and Krakow, has announced that it has raised $5.5 million in funding to help communities around the world improve air quality with affordable sensors and software that provides actionable insights. This latest round of funding brings Airly’s total raised since March 2021 to $8.8 million.
A Community-Driven Approach
Airly was founded by Wiktor Warchałowski, Michał Misiek, and Aleksander Konior after they discovered the importance of clean air during their marathon training sessions. They realized that other people were also struggling with poor air quality and decided to build a platform to monitor real-time air quality.
Key Features of Airly’s Platform
- Affordable sensors that are easy to install and can be placed on every street in a city
- Real-time data sent to the app every five minutes, allowing for instant monitoring of air quality
- Insights that help communities gauge the health risks associated with poor air quality based on WHO standards or illegal emissions
- Analysis of trends to identify sources of pollution and provide recommendations on how to improve air quality
Competitors in the Market
Airly faces competition from other companies like Breezometer, which was acquired by Apple last year, and Clarity. However, Airly’s hyperlocal insights set it apart from its competitors.
Funding and Future Plans
The new funding will be used to expand into new markets and continue research and development of the platform. According to Brent Hoberman, co-founder and executive chairman of Founders Fund and firstminute capital, "Trailblazers in London are showing how real-time local air quality data is the catalyst for taking action to make our urban spaces healthier and more sustainable."
Impact of Airly’s Platform
Airly’s platform has the potential to make a significant impact on public health and sustainability. By providing communities with access to accurate and timely air quality data, they can take informed decisions to improve their environment.
Conclusion
Airly is at the forefront of building data infrastructure for urban spaces, and its commitment to improving air quality is commendable. As the startup continues to grow and expand into new markets, it will be exciting to see the impact that its platform has on communities around the world.
Sources:
- Airly’s official website
- TechCrunch article on Airly’s funding
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