Reports about poor air and water conditions are reaching global proportions. The growing need for air and water filters result from inadequate conditions of current air and water quality. We see evidence of the rising concern about clean air and safe drinking water demonstrated through various charities dedicated to addressing this dilemma internationally. Such concerns are … [Read more...] about Global Usage of Air and Water Filters Increases
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How are you celebrating Earth Day?
Did you know that the first Earth Day celebration led to the creation of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency? Environmental Awareness is a growing global movement encompassing clean air, clean water and endangered species protection. Around the world environmental groups are fighting against wildlife extinction, unlawful toxic waste disposal, oil spills, litter, raw … [Read more...] about How are you celebrating Earth Day?
Charity of the Week: 2011 Fight for Air Climb
This #charitytuesday, we are taking a break from Water Charities to pay tribute to our first ever featured "air charity." The American Lung Association held their first Fight for Air Climb in Cleveland, this past Saturday, March 5, 2011. Climbers, walkers, runners, firefighters and supporters of the ALA challenged themselves by climbing the 42 flights of stairs in Terminal … [Read more...] about Charity of the Week: 2011 Fight for Air Climb
October is Indoor Air Quality Month
Halloween isn't the only thing we should celebrate in October. October is National Indoor Air Quality Month, and several states, including North Dakota, Michigan, and Montana are celebrating by spreading the word about the dangers of harmful indoor and outdoor air contaminants. Seasonal changes often result in higher incidences of allergy problems and illnesses. Pollen is … [Read more...] about October is Indoor Air Quality Month
Naked Bike Ride Promotes Clean Air
Lose weight, look great, and save the planet while you're at it. This is, perhaps, the message communicated by the hundreds of people in over 70 cities worldwide who have participated in the World Naked Bike Ride each year since 2004. (For the record, this is the first I have heard of such an event. And most likely the first that any one of us here at Filters Fast has heard of … [Read more...] about Naked Bike Ride Promotes Clean Air