April Showers Bring May Flowers, Allergens and Ozone Pollution Flowers in bloom throughout the Valley tell us that springtime is in full swing – and with it comes allergens in… Read more »
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Fire Free Friday: A Lesson in How to Reduce Air Pollution
Winter brings a lot of hustle and bustle to the Valley of the Sun. Temperatures drop below 100 degrees and people spend more time outdoors, visitors come from colder climates,… Read more »
Download the Clean Air Make More App Today
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department has launched the Clean Air Make More mobile application, which provides air quality forecasts, air quality restrictions, and the ability to report an air… Read more »
Dump the Pump on June 21 – Save money, make more clean air
How would you like to contribute to reducing the country’s carbon emissions by 37 million metric tons, annually? You can, by using public transportation. Join others dedicated to making more… Read more »
Makeover your home, makeover your lungs
Spring has sprung, and as Valley residents brace themselves for triple digit temperatures, many are completing home improvement projects while the weather is still enjoyable. Whether it’s spring cleaning or… Read more »
Going inside, it’s true, is better than the drive-thru
In a fast-paced world where time and convenience are coveted commodities, the drive-thru has become a staple of many people’s lives. Unfortunately, this convenience has made all of us contributors… Read more »
Habits from 1912 Mean Cleaner Air for 2012
On Feb. 14, 1912, President William Howard Taft signed the proclamation making Arizona a state. With only 294,353 residents, the Arizona of 1912 looked very different from what it looks… Read more »
Phoenix Area High Temps a Treat, but Air Quality Poor
John Faherty Arizona Republic The new year has begun with nearly perfect weather. Nearly. A high-pressure system hovering over the Valley brought warm afternoons perfect for long walks, golf or… Read more »
Buy Locally Grown Foods and Breathe Easy
There’s more to buying locally-grown food items than freshness and good taste – you’re also helping the environment and the air we breathe. Those indirect benefits come in numerous ways, for… Read more »
Air Pollution is a Real Heart-Breaker – Could Cause Cardiac Arrest
According to Reuters, researchers in Australia say that the dirtier the air, the more likely people are to suffer sudden cardiac arrest! Tiny specks of soot, dust and other pollutants… Read more »