Electrify your lawn and garden equipment
Using gas-powered lawn equipment creates a large amount of air pollution, water pollution, and noise pollution. It surprises many people to learn that running a gas-powered lawn mower for one hour generates the same emissions as driving a car 350 miles! And running a gas-powered leaf blower for one hour is the equivalent of driving a car over 1,000 miles!
Switching to electric lawn equipment eliminates polluting emissions, the need for fuel and maintenance, and the loud noises that negatively affect you and your neighbors. You’ll never need to run to the gas station just to get a gallon of gas again!
Get a 30% discount through 2026!
You can also get a huge discount when you upgrade: Thanks to a new law that went into effect on Jan. 1, 2024, Coloradans can save money and cut air pollution at the same time by enjoying a 30% discount on electric lawn mowers, leaf blowers, trimmers and snow blowers at participating retailers statewide! The Colorado Public Interest Research Group (CoPIRG) compiled a list of participating retailers.
Grants and trade-in opportunities
Are you a small business or a local government looking to electrify your equipment? The RAQC offers small business grants to help you purchase new electric mowers, line trimmers, and other equipment. The RAQC is also partnering with local governments in the Front Range for residential mower trade-in events, where you can bring in your old gas mower for a large discount on a new electric model. Learn more at MowDownPollution.org.
Know when it matters most
When it comes to taking actions to improve air quality, some days are more important than others! Sign up for summer ozone alerts to know when it matters most to take simple steps for better air in your community. Our timely text and email alerts can also help you protect your health.
