Reducing pollution - personal options

=== Action individuals can take to reduce pollution. ===
Road vehicles are a major source of many pollutants in urban areas. 
*Before using your car ask yourself - do I really need to make this journey? Do I really need to use the car, or could I walk or cycle?
*If you must drive, switch off the engine if you expect to be stationary for more than a couple of minutes, and 
*drive smoothly - it will save you fuel and money and you will emit less pollution. 
*Avoid overfilling the petrol tank and spilling petrol - this evaporates and releases hydrocarbons that are toxic and form ozone.
*Use only fuel efficient cars. Avoid SUVs. 
*Buy water-based or low-solvent paints, glues, varnishes, and wood preservatives wherever you can.
*Avoid burning solid fuels if you can.
=== Releated topics ===
*Environment quality
*Sustainable Tucson Air Quality
=== Reference ===
*Defra news release
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