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Here’s why children should spend time close to nature
One in three children spends most of the day indoors, surrounded by walls and screens. Less time outdoors means fewer opportunities to run, explore, get their hands dirty, and learn in the most natural way possible: through direct experience of…
5 Habits That Worsen Indoor Air Quality and How to Fix Them
A tidy, bright, and fresh-smelling home immediately gives a sense of cleanliness. However, visual cleanliness does not guarantee that the air we breathe is equally free from pollutants. Every day, we carry out seemingly harmless activities that…
Is your office sustainable?
Lights, computers, heating: everything switches on automatically at the start of the working day. Yet we rarely stop to consider how much energy is consumed and what impact it actually has on CO₂ emissions. Behind this daily routine lies a…
Biophilic Design: why some spaces make us feel better
In cities, we are increasingly surrounded by asphalt, concrete, and enclosed environments where we spend most of our days. It is common to think that, in order to reconnect with greenery, we need to seek nature elsewhere. However, nature can be much closer than we think and can become part of the spaces we inhabit
Filters or biofilters? Which is the better alternative?
Every day, we are becoming increasingly aware of the problem of air pollution, and mechanical filters are being used more and more often in our offices and homes. But are they really an effective solution for cleaning the air we breathe? Mechanical filters…
Urban Reforestation: Bringing Nature Back into Cities
In recent years, more and more cities have been rediscovering the importance of urban greenery, also driven by the ongoing climate emergency. We are in fact witnessing a true rethinking of urban spaces, transforming them into real ecosystems…
What are the mains indoor pollutants? (And how to reduce them)
We spend about 90% of our time indoors. Yet indoor air can be up to five times more polluted than outdoor air, with consequences for mental well-being, physical health, and cognitive abilities. There are many pollutants…
Does nature really benefit us? Here's what science says
It is often said that spending time in nature is good for you. But how, exactly? In recent years, an increasing number of studies have confirmed that contact with natural environments improves psychophysical well-being, cognitive performance, and even cardiovascular health. Green spaces have…
Which green walls should you choose? 5 questions to guide your choice
Green walls are a growing trend in the interior design market, with growth prospects estimated between 6% and 11% over the coming years. But how do you choose the one that best suits your personality, your needs, and your spaces? Here are some…
The secret of reducing stress? Contact with nature
In an increasingly fast-paced world, filled with work calls, constant notifications, and relentless urban rhythms, we tend to think that switching off requires an expensive trip, a day at the spa, or a yoga retreat. And yet, there is something remarkably simple that can…
Aura Biofilter vs Mechanical Filters: How to improve Air Quality in a sustainable way
In our modern homes and offices, mechanical filters have become an essential ally in improving ventilation and reducing pollutants. But are they really the best choice for improving air quality at home and in the workplace? Despite the…
5 perfect plants to improve well-being in the office
Do you have plants in your office? Office plants are not just nice to look at: they are powerful allies for our well-being and can transform any workplace into a more pleasant and productive environment. But which are the best plants to choose? …
Well-being at work
In a world where work occupies a central place in our daily lives (half of our days), it becomes essential to reflect on the quality of life at work (QWL) and on the livability of our indoor spaces (IEQ). Beyond social benefits and other…
Air quality in cities
It is well known that outside the city, health is stronger, hair and skin look better, and in general people feel better. This is not a coincidence, but rather the result of air pollution in cities. In our modern cities, urban pollution has become…
What is the purpose of greenery cities?
Before there was nature, meadows, and unspoiled forests… now there is only concrete, asphalt, and smog. What on the one hand arises as a solution to the exponential increase in population leads to further problems such as air pollution, the increase in…
5 daily mistakes that reduce your house's air quality
When we talk about indoor air quality (IAQ), we often ignore that indoor air can be up to 5 times more polluted than outside. Considering that...
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ElleDecor
Design cabinets: when the container becomes both function and beauty
Interni Magazine
Aura System: breathing together with nature
Corriere Living
Dal ritorno di Fabbrica Sassetti alle nuove location: cosa vedremo all’Isola durante il Fuorisalone
Domus
Quante cose può essere un mobile bar? La risposta di Cantori
Corriere della sera
Startup a impatto, le storie dei nuovi imprenditori
La Repubblica - Milano
Aurasystem: the startup that purifies the air with plants
Millionaire
Naturalized air conditioning
Forest Valley
Breathing life into indoor spaces: how Aura System’s Green Walls are revolutionizing air purification
Innovation Origins
Forget about energy-consuming ventilation systems – plants can clean the air better
StartupItalia
Journey through Italy, green startups are flourishing. Former minister Edo Ronchi: “the circular economy requires continuous innovation”
Economy Up
10 italian cleantech startups for sustainable real estate and construction
Lombardia Notizie - Online
Design Momentum, 8 regional-backed initiatives presented
La Repubblica - Green & Blue
A green wall against household pollution.
StartupItalia
Aura System, the "domestic forest" grown with Joule.
ENI - Joule
A green wall in Joule.
News Mondo
With Aura System’s wall forest, it’s time to change the air
Infobuild Energia
Klimahouse 2025 celebrates twenty years of innovation for responsible construction
Economy Up
Clean tech: what it is and what it can do for real estate – examples and startups