01 Sep Fall into Better Air Quality Habits with Spare The Air
With fall right around the corner, now is a great time to continue the clean air habits you built over the summer.
The need for clean air doesn’t leave with the heat. As temperatures cool, remember to stay clean-air conscious, and continue to building long lasting habits! Changing seasons are also a great time to start new routines and find creative ways to Spare The Air.
This fall season, do your part to support air quality by:
Using Electric Yard Tools – Clean up your yard this fall with electric equipment to reduce emissions. Gas powered tools release pollutants into the air that can contribute to poor air quality. Do your part and go electric!
Choosing Active Transportation – Take advantage of the cooler weather by walking or biking to wherever you need to go! Every trip taken by car can release smog-forming pollutants into the air. Using active transportation modes are great forms of exercise and help keep the air clean.
Reducing Idling – Avoid unnecessary idling whenever possible. Whether you’re waiting to pick someone up, dropping off the kids, or sitting in a drive-through, turning off your engine can help reduce vehicle emissions and keep the air cleaner.
Consolidating Errands – Be efficient and stay clean-air conscious by consolidating errands into fewer trips. Spending less time in the car can make your day smoother while reducing vehicle emissions.
Checking AQI Daily – Stay informed about air quality by checking daily AQI. On Spare The Air days, when AQI is 126+, reduce car trips, limit outdoor activity, and help support clean air! Small changes make a big difference.
Sign up for Air Alerts to be notified when a Spare The Air Alert is in effect. Signing up is easy! Visit the sign-up page on our website, add your information, and opt in to receive daily AQI forecast emails or a text when a Spare The Air alert is in effect.
Help your community Breathe Better Together this fall. The changing seasons are a perfect time to build new habits and expand on old ones! We hope you’ll share this information, along with our other materials and resources, with your friends, family, and community members.
