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Be Nice to the Environment When You Travel: Tips to Reduce Pollution From the EPA
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Tags: Pollution, Traveling Tips, EPA, environment
Mobile sources generate various forms of harmful air pollution. The combustion of fuels can cause the release of hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, particulate matter, toxics, sulfur dioxide, and green house gases (e.g. carbon dioxide, nitrous oxide) All of these forms of pollution have detrimental effects on the environment and the population. Therefore, it is important to find ways to reduce them.
| | Use public transportation whenever possible. |
| | Find a group to form a car pool. |
| | When You Use Your Car |
| | Use fuel octane levels recommended by manufacturer. Using the proper fuel will optimize your mileage. |
| | Avoid high speeds. You can improve your gas mileage about 15 percent by driving at 55 mph rather than 65 mph. |
| | Go easy when breaking or accelerating. Avoid sudden stops or quick start. |
| | Only use the air conditioning when necessary. |
| | Keep tires properly inflated and aligned. |
| | Get regular engine tuneups and car maintenance checks. |
| | Avoid long idling. Turn your car off when waiting at the bank or fast food drive-through. |
| | Reduce drag by placing items inside the car or in the trunk, rather than on the roof rack. |
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