Try these clean air and money saving tips for Labor Day Weekend

• Since the largest single source of air pollution in Pima County is caused by motor vehicle use, combining trips over the holidays is a good way to save gas, reduce wear and tear on your vehicle, and keep the air healthy. Consider socially-distant biking and walking during the cooler mornings, too!
• When you need to drive, check the tire pressure before hitting the road. Riding on properly inflated tires will improve gas mileage, stopping distance, tire life and vehicle handling. Find your vehicle’s correct tire pressure on the door jam, the glove box, or the owner’s manual.
• Stop at the click when refueling to avoid spills and overtaxing your car’s vapor collection system. Gasoline fumes contribute to the formation of ground-level ozone pollution.
• Make sure to tighten your gas cap until it clicks to keep gasoline vapors in the tank where they belong. It will save you money and reduce air pollution.
• Avoid using charcoal lighter fluid when starting your BBQ. Charcoal chimneys are easy to use, last for years, and eliminates pollution-forming, bad tasting, potentially hazardous lighter fluid. 
• Shop for locally-grown food when available. Supporting local farming is beneficial in many ways and reduces transportation-caused air pollution from foods that are shipped long distances.
• Compost leftover fruits and veggies to form a rich soil enhancer for the plants around your home.
• If you use one of these tips, take a picture and send it in to the PDEQ #ThisIsCleanAir Photo Challenge for a chance to win $50 gift card to a local business. Challenge details here.