MARC offers opportunity to mow your way to cleaner air with new rebate program

     The Mid-America Regional Council is working to reduce air pollution through the new Mow Electric lawn mower rebate program. Mow Electric works to reduce air pollution from gas-powered lawnmowers by recycling and replacing them with electric mowers. The shift from gas to electric mowers will result in a reduction in harmful emissions, like ozone, typically brought on by gas mowers.
     Gas-powered lawnmowers are major pollution producers and can be harmful to our air and health. Alternatively, electric mowers are carbon neutral and give off zero emissions, resulting in cleaner air and lower ozone levels. They get the job done like a gas-powered lawn mower – and in a sustainable manner. There’s no need to fear about running out of power because an electric mower battery will run anywhere from 45 minutes to 1 hour and can last up to 5 years or 500 charging cycles. 
     Ready to start mowing your way to cleaner air? The steps are easy:

• Come to one of the three participating Westlake ACE Hardware stores on April 29 to receive your rebate. Visit AirQKC.org for participating store locations.
• Bring in your gas-powered mower for recycling and fill out an application. 
• Purchase your new electric mower to receive your $50 rebate. 

     Rebates will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. 
     To learn more about the swap-out events and participating ACE Hardware locations, visit the AirQ website. To share any questions or comments, email AirQ@marc.org. Rebates are paid in part by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment.