What can YOU do for clean air?

You can make a difference in air quality in the Valley! Here are some great tips that will get you started:

• Avoid using your wood-burning fireplace.
• Call 1-800-SMOG INFO (1-800-766-4463) before using your wood-burning fireplace to see if wood burning is allowed that day.
• When using your wood-burning fireplace on days when it is not prohibited, burn cleanly by using manufactured wood logs or clean, dry seasoned wood.
• Never burn trash.
• Tell your friends and co-workers about your Healthy Air Living Pledge.
• Purchase and use an electric lawn mower.
• Avoid using a leaf blower.
• Switch to environmentally-friendly lawn care products.
• Avoid using your charcoal barbecue.
• Have your utility provider perform an energy audit on your home.
• Investigate the installation of an energy-efficient water heater in your home.
• Check the tire pressure on your vehicles.
• Ride your bicycle to work at least 1-3 days per week.
• Carpool to work as often as possible.
• Take public transit to work at least 1-3 days per week.
• Walk to work at least 1-3 days per week.
• Purchase an electric scooter for transportation.
• Walk your child to school.
• Avoid drive-thrus.
• Link your trips / minimize your car use.
• Bring your lunch to work or walk to lunch.
• Replace incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescents.
• Minimize car trips by utilizing online services.
• Support your employer and/or organization as they try air-friendly activities.

Can you think of more? Let us know your air-friendly tip!