Lead-free fishing tackle: Get the lead out
Loons die from ingesting lead fishing tackle. Anglers can purchase tackle made from non-toxic materials, such as tungsten, tin, bismuth, and steel. Dispose of lead tackle at your county’s household hazardous waste collection site.
Bus, bike, and walk
Walking, bicycling, taking public transit are all better for you—and our environment.
Check your tire pressure, reduce pollution
Reduce pollution by keeping your tires at the proper pressure.
Vehicles
The vehicle you drive and how you use it may have a greater effect on the environment than any other choice you make as a consumer.
Electric cars charge ahead!
Do you wonder why people choose to drive electric vehicles? Here are some things to know about this new technology.
Finding green(er) auto body repair
Auto body repair shops can reduce VOC emissions by half or more by switching to water-based paints. Consumers can decide to look for auto body shops that have made the switch.
Traveling green
Travelers can generate a lot of waste and pollution, even with the best intentions. With a few changes you can green up your time away from home.
Winter driving
Frigid temperatures, icy roads, and blowing snow can be hard on drivers’ nerves—and their vehicles—in the winter. When the mercury plunges, fuel efficiency can fall 20% or more and air pollution can increase.
Alternative fuels and power for vehicles
Motor vehicles are a major source of air pollution in our state. Cleaner-burning, alternative fuels can help reduce carbon dioxide and other vehicle emissions.