For many years, gas-powered lawn equipment has been a staple of American gardening, but new research highlights the environmental and health risks they pose, prompting cities to explore alternatives. Various incentive programs, including rebates and tax credits, are being adopted to encourage the switch to electric equipment. Advocates, like Kirsten Schatz from CoPIRG, express optimism about this trend, acknowledging the different approaches taken by municipalities. Although results vary, the overall movement towards reducing reliance on harmful gas-powered tools is gaining momentum, suggesting a shift in community practices around lawn maintenance.
The gas lawn mowers and leaf blowers, while smaller and used less frequently than cars, produce a shocking amount of emissions, impacting both the environment and public health.
Cities across the U.S. are implementing inventive programs such as bans, rebates, and tax credits to encourage a shift towards electric lawn equipment, showing promising outcomes.
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