Airthings Named American Lung Association's Indoor Air Quality and Radon Monitoring Technology Partner

New partnership will expand public awareness of radon risks, promote continuous monitoring and support education for healthier homes

OSLO, Norway, Nov. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Airthings, creators of the best-selling indoor air quality and radon monitors trusted by more than half a million homeowners worldwide, today announced a strategic partnership with the American Lung Association to raise awareness of radon, indoor air quality and the importance of healthier homes. Through the partnership, Airthings will serve as the American Lung Association's official Indoor Air Quality and Radon Monitoring Technology Partner, supporting educational initiatives designed to help more people understand and address the health risks posed by radon, the leading cause of lung cancer for non-smokers in the United States, as well as other indoor air pollutants.

The partnership brings together Airthings' expertise and established global reputation in radon and indoor air quality monitoring with the American Lung Association's mission to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through education, advocacy and research. Together, the organizations will develop engaging educational resources and spearhead awareness initiatives focused on radon testing, continuous air quality and radon monitoring and the connection between the indoor environment and lung health.

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that enters homes through the ground. It is colorless and odorless, so testing is the only way to detect it. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), radon is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers and the second leading cause overall, responsible for an estimated 21,000 lung cancer deaths in the U.S. each year. The EPA estimates that nearly 1 in 15 U.S. homes has elevated radon levels and recommends action at or above 4 picocuries per liter (pCi/L). Because radon levels can change by day and season, the EPA notes that long-term testing gives a more accurate picture of exposure than a single short-term test.

Airthings has developed radon detection technology since 2008, using sensor technology originally engineered by CERN scientists. Its monitors are now used in more than half a million homes worldwide.

"Understanding the air we breathe indoors is an important step toward protecting our health, yet radon remains an overlooked risk in many homes," said Ivar Kroghrud, CEO of Airthings. "Through our newly forged partnership with the American Lung Association, we aim to make reliable information about radon and indoor air quality more accessible, helping people better understand their indoor environments and make informed decisions about how they manage the air they breathe every day."

"We couldn't be more pleased to officially renew our longstanding relationship with Airthings and build on our shared commitment to protecting lung health through education and awareness," said Jill Heins, nationwide senior director of health systems improvement and indoor air quality for the American Lung Association. "Airthings brings expertise in radon and indoor air quality monitoring, making this partnership an important opportunity to help more people understand the risks of radon, the importance of testing their homes, and the steps they can take toward healthier indoor environments. Together, we can make trusted information more accessible and empower people to take action to protect their health."

As part of the collaboration, Airthings and the American Lung Association will support consumer education through digital content, social media and other awareness initiatives. Airthings will work in tandem with the Lung Association to develop educational materials on radon testing and continuous monitoring, contribute to the American Lung Association's recently-launched Healthy Home experience, and drive community engagement through the Lung Association's popular Fight For Air Climb events in key radon-vulnerable markets. The organizations will also work together to develop resources that help people better understand radon and the importance of longer-term testing, including building on Airthings' radon library lending program, which is now active in several states across the US aiming to increase access for local communities to digital radon monitoring.

The partnership bolsters Airthings' longstanding commitment to raising awareness of radon and indoor air quality. The company and the American Lung Association have previously collaborated on educational resources, including a guide to improving indoor air quality in schools, as well as the Lung Association's LUNG FORCE initiative. This rekindled partnership expands the two entities' shared focus on helping individuals and communities better understand indoor air quality and take informed steps toward establishing healthier environments.

For more information about radon, indoor air quality and Airthings' work with the Lung Association, visit www.airthings.com/ala-partnership.

About Airthings
Airthings is a leading global technology company specializing in award-winning radon detectors and indoor air quality monitors for homes, workplaces and schools. With a mission to empower people worldwide to understand and improve the air they breathe, Airthings offers accessible, accurate and user-friendly solutions designed to support healthier indoor environments. Airthings has sold more than 1.5 million devices worldwide and has earned recognition including the TIME Best Inventions Award and CES Innovation Award Honors. Headquartered in Oslo, Norway, Airthings also has offices in the United States. For more information, visit airthings.com.

About the American Lung Association
The American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through education, advocacy and research. The work of the American Lung Association is focused on four strategic imperatives: to defeat lung cancer; to champion clean air for all; to improve the quality of life for those with lung disease and their families; and to create a tobacco-free future. For more information about the American Lung Association, which has a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator and is a Platinum-Level GuideStar Member, call 1-800-LUNGUSA (1-800-586-4872) or visit: Lung.org. To support the work of the American Lung Association, find a local event at Lung.org/events. 

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