how can we control enviromental pollution
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Answer:
Ways To Reduce Environmental Pollution
Explanation:
Choosing a Transportation Facility. Avoid using a car for short-distance travel, instead, you can make use of a bicycle which will be beneficial in terms of health as well as in the reduction of air pollution.
Energy choices.
Usage of Chemicals.
Avoid Flushing your Medication.
Explanation:
Conserve energy - at home, at work, everywhere.
Look for the ENERGY STAR label when buying home or office equipment.
Carpool, use public transportation, bike, or walk whenever possible.
Follow gasoline refueling instructions for efficient vapor recovery, being careful not to spill fuel and always tightening your gas cap securely.
Consider purchasing portable gasoline containers labeled “spill-proof,” where available.
Keep car, boat, and other engines properly tuned.
Be sure your tires are properly inflated.
Use environmentally safe paints and cleaning products whenever possible.
Mulch or compost leaves and yard waste.
Consider using gas logs instead of wood.
On Days when High Ozone Levels are Expected, Take these Extra Steps to Reduce Pollution:
Choose a cleaner commute - share a ride to work or use public transportation.
Combine errands and reduce trips. Walk to errands when possible.
Avoid excessive idling of your automobile.
Refuel your car in the evening when its cooler.
Conserve electricity and set air conditioners no lower than 78 degrees.
Defer lawn and gardening chores that use gasoline-powered equipment, or wait until evening.
On Days when High Particle Levels are Expected, Take these Extra Steps to Reduce Pollution:
Reduce the number of trips you take in your car.
Reduce or eliminate fireplace and wood stove use.
Avoid burning leaves, trash, and other materials.
Avoid using gas-powered lawn and garden equipment.
You can also take steps to minimize your exposure to air pollution and protection your health.
Information on the health effects of ozone
Information on the health effects of particles (PDF) (2 pp, 65 K, about PDF)
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