Taking care of our air

Clean air starts with you.

While it’s true that large factories and industry contribute to pollutants, the majority of pollution is caused by everyday activities. From how you commute, heat and cool your home, and use energy, to the products you buy and the way you care for your yard, each choice matters. We can all change our habits to take care of our air in the Kansas City region.

A woman walking down a street on a sunny day.

What you can do

Do you ever wonder how your daily routine impacts our air? Taking small actions at home, at work and commuting can make the air we all share healthier and cleaner.
Transportation

Vehicles are a major contributor to emissions. There are many things you can do, both big and small, to reduce the impact.

Homes and buildings

It's not just vehicles that produce emissions! The energy you use at home creates emissions, which impacts our air quality.

Lawn and garden

The tools and products you use in your lawn and garden can also contribute to poor air quality.

Idling

Keep exhaust levels down by reducing the amount of idling, both in your vehicle and those around your community.

Take action on ozone alert days

Learn how to protect your health and reduce pollution when the MARC Air Quality Program issues an Ozone Action Alert in the Kansas City region.

The MARC Air Quality program has issued an Ozone Action Alert for Wed. Sept. 2. Details >