SMART-RADON: A Self-Monitoring Adaptive Real Time System for Indoor Radon Reduction.
CWSF · 2026 Environment & Climate Change Silver Medal
Overview
Radon is a harmful gas that can build up inside homes and increase the risk of lung cancer, especially in places like Alberta. This project developed and tested a device, "SMART-RADON", to monitor and help reduce indoor radon levels. This is a 3-in-1 integrated system that can detect, reduce and monitor radon levels in real-time. When radon levels go above a set limit, the system automatically turns on the home’s existing ventilation to increase airflow and help lower radon levels. It can also be monitored remotely using a mobile app. The sensors were calibrated at the Radiation Safety Institute in Saskatoon. The device was tested in several homes across Alberta. Results showed that radon levels can be reduced within the limits of regular home ventilation. The data collected will help update the Canadian Radon Map.
Awards (3)
- Special Award
- Silver Medal
- Selected for CWSF 2026
Competition history
- CWSF 2026
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