Toledo-Lucas County Sustainability Commission
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At the Neighborhood Scale

  1. Think. What is the air quality for your region?
  1. Plan. Know where most of your neighborhood air pollutants are coming from. 
  2. Act. Walk or bike more than you drive. Consider bus or train travel for longer distances. Participate in Safe Routes to School and the Walking School Bus with LiveWell. 
  3. Maintain. Inspect your home for asbestos and encourage neighbors to do so as well. Set up a neighborhood carpool or organize a neighborhood walking group.
  4. ​Go Beyond. 
  • ​​Advocate for complete streets and connective sidewalks.
  • Using less energy reduces air pollution emitted from creating energy. Use energy efficient appliances and reduce energy use whenever possible.
  • Support legislation and governmental action to ensure air quality. Consider writing letters to your elected officials as a neighborhood on clean air policies you support.
  • Strengthen neighborhood groups to support and advocate for neighborhood-wide needs​

Resources
Tips for ensuring you have healthy air: 
American Lung Association
US EPA

Air quality forecasts:
AirNow
Ohio EPA: AirOhio

Air pollutants to be concerned about: 
Toledo Public Utilities

Demolitions where asbestos is a concern:
Ohio EPA

Gas Cap Replacement program & Ozone Action map:
​TMACOG

How you can Share-A-Ride:
TMACOG


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  • Home
    • About
    • Members
  • Going Beyond Green
    • Regional Sustainability Plan
    • Environmentally >
      • Land & Natural Resource Use
      • Water Quality & Supply
    • Socially >
      • Healthy, Active, & Safe Communities
      • Education, Engagement, & Empowerment
    • Economically >
      • Infrastructure Investments
      • Economy & Workforce Development
      • Community Vitality
  • Sustainable Businesses
    • Sustainable Business Map
  • Resources
    • Nutrient Source Inventory
    • Grow It At Home
    • Home Energy Audits
    • Zero Waste Event Guide
    • Sustainable Neighborhoods Toolkit
    • Solar Inventory
    • Toledo-Lucas County Sustainability Report Cards
  • Get Involved
    • EcoFest Toledo
    • Calendar of Events
    • Join the Commission
    • Newsletter
    • Share Your Story
  • Contact
  • Toledo-Lucas County Green Map
  • Going Beyond Green Luncheon Series
  • Sustainable Neighborhoods Grant
    • 2016 TLCSC's Sustainable Neighborhoods Grant Winners
    • 2021 TLCSC's Sustainable Neighborhoods Grant Winners
  • Community Garden Grants