Chapter 15 Helpful Examples

the 16 ways for Air pollution prevention

reduce excessive personal vehicle use

proper car maintenance

Energy efficient appliances and use

Energy efficient lighting

non-toxic energy efficient insulation

Tree planting and care

Proper toxin waste disposal

proper house ventilation

chemical product proper seal

smoking avoidance

appliance cleaning and inspection

carbon monoxide detectors

outside venting hood for cooking

low/no VOC paints, ventilation w high VOC

Leak fixing

HEPA Air filter

Vehicle Use Alternatives

bike, walk, public transportation, fuel efficient car carpool

Car maintenance components

proper tire inflation reduce CO2 emissions

air conditioner inspection and service w environmentally friendly components

Efficient car use

avoid quick starts, within speed limit, limit air conditioning, limit idling

Efficient appliance use

washing machine, dryer, washer only full load, cold water laundry, dont overdry, refrigerate coil and dryer lint cleaning, towel dry hair, air dry clothes

Efficient lighting use

halogen LED compact flourescent