To reduce the amount of ozone that will form, mow after 7pm. Avoid mowing altogether on Ozone Alert! days. The harmful ozone causing fumes emitted by mowers are nitrogen oxide (NOx) and volatile organic compounds (VOC). These are more likely to form harmful ozone when the weather is hot and sunny. Mowing in the evening will help reduce the amount of ozone that form, not to mention make it easier on you.

Keep Your Equipment Well-Tuned

Well-tuned equipment runs more efficiently, uses less fuel, and emits less pollution. Keep your blades sharpened, too. Regular maintenance will not only benefit your lawn, making it more resistant to disease, but the mowing will go quicker and that means less air pollution and less wear and tear on your body.

Avoid Gas Spills

Spill-proof gas cans are available in the Kansas City area, but are hard to find. You can purchase one from our program. Contact us for more information.