Living Business Home Natural Resources   Energy Paper Water Waste Managing materials Environmental   Noise pollution Air pollution Workplace   Workplace safety Green purchasing Living Business Seminars   Tips for air pollution control Reducing air pollution Consider these tips to decrease air pollution: Improving outdoor air quality Many air pollution control measures also save money and energy in the long run.     • Compare and choose technologies that use minimum electricity, fuel and solvents   • Consider using cleaner alternative energy whenever possible, eg solar or wind   • Use fuel of the quality specified by the manufacturer or supplier of your equipment   • Perform regular inspections and maintenance of exhaust-emitting equipment   • Phase out air-conditioners and refrigerators that use CFC refrigerants   • Use halon-free fire extinguishers   • Regularly maintain your car and do not leave the engine idling in traffic   • Make maximum use of public transport Back to Air Pollution