Pollution Prevention Week

EPA is celebrating Pollution Prevention (P2) Week, September 19-25, 2011! This week evaluate and change some of the process(s) in our daily lives that can have adverse affect on our environment. By making small changes in these process(s) you can help make a positive impact. We are a society of consumers and one of conveniences, by looking at ways to reduce or prevent pollution we are contributing to cornerstone of sustainability which is the foundation of Pollution Prevention.

The "Tips for Preventing Pollution" are a great way of doing your part in making a difference.

"The average American, in one lifetime, uses: 18 tons of paper, 23 tons of wood, 16 tons of metal, and 32 tons of organic chemicals." SOURCE: Cleanair.org