What are some ways to improve air quality?
  1. Drive less, especially when a Spare the Air Alert is in effect
  2. Use a zero emission transportation option such as biking, walking or driving an electric vehicle
  3. Take public transit or carpool 
  4. Bring your lunch to work
  5. Use a propane grill
  6. Use an electric lawn mower, electric leaf blower, electric-power tools and other electric lawn/garden equipment
  7. Refuel after the sun goes down
  8. Buy or lease a plug-in hybrid or electric vehicle
  9. Work from home
  10. Don’t idle – turn off your engine when parked

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1. What is Spare the Air?
2. When is a Spare the Air Alert issued?
3. What is the Air Quality Index?
4. What are the health effects of air pollution?
5. Who is most vulnerable to poor air quality?
6. How can air pollution impact you?
7. What are some ways to improve air quality?
8. How can I receive Spare the Air Alerts?