Honda Rolls Out a New Zero-Emission Car
Honda's new zero-emission, hydrogen fuel cell
car rolled off a Japanese production line Monday
and is headed to Southern California, where
Hollywood is already abuzz over the latest
splash in green motoring.
States, Activists Sue EPA Over New Smog Rules
Eleven states on Tuesday sued the Environmental
Protection Agency in an effort to overturn what
Connecticut Attorney General Richard Blumenthal
called weak ozone standards.
Sanyo, VW to
Develop Batteries for Hybrids
Sanyo and Germany's Volkswagen AG will develop lithium-ion batteries
for hybrid vehicles as global automakers race to develop more environmentally friendly
technology.
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Take Steps to Reduce Emissions
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Mow Late in the Day |
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.
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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.
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Avoid Gas Spills |
| Save money and protect the air we breathe by using a funnel or a spill-proof can.
Americans spill an estimated 17 million gallons of gasoline each year while refueling
small engines such as lawn care equipment. The vapor from gasoline spills is also a
cause of air pollution.
Spill-proof gas cans are available in the Kansas City area, but are hard to find. You can purchase one from our program.
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