Car pool, van pool, use transit, telework, bike or walk when possible. Cars are the largest cause of our air pollution in most urban areas of Georgia. When you do use your car, plan ahead and combine trips and errands. If you are buying a new car choose a fuel efficient and low emitting model. Properly maintain your vehicle and keep tires properly inflated.
Limit idling when possible, avoid quick starts and drive within the speed limit.
Keep lawn equipment and boats tuned up. Do not use lawn mowers and other gas powered lawn tools on a smog alert day, or use electric tools instead. Use electric or natural gas grills instead of charcoal and lighter fluids. Use environmentally-safe paints and cleaning products. Conserve energy and turn off lights when you aren't using them.