AIRaware

About AIRaware

AIRaware, a brand developed by Altered Carbon Ltd., provides an advanced solution for early mould detection in properties. The company's technology is rooted in its experience in the food and agriculture sectors, where it developed methods for detecting fungal growth to prevent spoilage. AIRaware has adapted this expertise for the housing market, targeting landlords, housing associations, councils, and other property portfolio managers.

The core of AIRaware's offering is a patented, graphene-based biosensing platform that continuously monitors the air for volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and spore signatures associated with live mould. This system is designed to detect mould risk weeks before it becomes visible, allowing for early, low-cost interventions. Unlike traditional systems that infer risk from humidity levels, AIRaware's sensors directly detect mould activity. The tamper-proof wall sensors analyze airborne VOC fingerprints, and an AI-powered system compares these signatures to a proprietary library to generate a Mould Development Score®, alerting clients to potential issues in real time. The system provides whole-property coverage, with the ability to track spread patterns across rooms and behind walls.

The business model is primarily a subscription-based service (SaaS) that includes hardware, software, system updates, and warranty. This approach turns routine property inspections into an exception-handling process, as property managers only need to act when an alert is raised. The company projects that its system can reduce mould outbreaks by up to 80% and cut related repair spending by as much as 85%. AIRaware's services are positioned to help landlords comply with regulations such as Awaab's Law in the UK by providing continuous monitoring and evidence-grade data.