Utah’s New Tallest Tower Soars Over City, Tracking Air Quality in Real Time
Summary
The Astra Tower in Salt Lake City is now the tallest building in Utah, measuring 451 feet. It features a unique air quality monitoring system that uses LED lights to show pollution levels. The tower combines residential space with sustainability features to improve air quality.Key Facts
- Astra Tower is 451 feet tall, making it the tallest building in Utah.
- It was designed by the global architecture firm HKS.
- The building has 372 residential units and more than 40,000 square feet of amenities.
- LED lights on the tower change color based on air quality, from white to purple, showing pollution levels.
- The system uses data from the Environmental Protection Agency and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
- The tower includes systems for energy efficiency and resilience against seismic events.
- It acts like an air purifier by filtering outdoor air and returning it improved into the atmosphere.
- Residents receive real-time air quality updates via screens inside the building.
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