Pollen Forecast Webcal

Why?

Pollen counts have increased by 96.3% worldwide since 1998. A dramatic increase in pollen in the air has been recorded in 17 locations in the northern hemisphere. 30% of the world's population suffer from allergic rhinitis (aka hay fever). Unfortunately, the pollen count is highly seasonal, species- and weather-dependent and depends on many local factors. Numerous websites and apps from weather portals or pharmaceutical companies try to take this dynamic into account with current pollen count data and forecasts.

In my daily routine, however, I don't want to have to use yet another app or regularly check websites for local pollen counts. There are days of the week when I'm out and about a lot and am therefore exposed to pollen. On other days, I sit in an air-conditioned office with filtered air. My calendar with all my private and professional appointments is the linchpin here. Here I can see when I am where and how much I will be exposed to pollen. But this is where an important piece of information is missing: how strong will the pollen count be on this day and at this location?

By integrating the pollen forecast directly into the calendar, I am much more likely to pay regular attention to the pollen information. This increased visibility helps me to better plan my activities and take the necessary precautions to effectively counteract allergies or respiratory illnesses.