Chester Air (CAIR)

Chester Air (CAIR) is a new group developed by Chester County in response to eliminating high ozone pollution levels. Although the fight against ground level ozone will be a central focus of this group, CAIR will be dedicated to working toward improving and sustaining all aspects of air quality.

Today's Air Quality Tip:
Remember to buy in bulk — it saves energy and materials for packaging, and it saves you money!

CAIR Membership list:

Becky Doster	Morris Ehrlich
Faye Culp	Jacki Moby
Amy Turner	April Dunnifer
Ameshia Turner	Peter Stone
Del Cranford	Doug Hugher
Kat Stricker	JoAnna Angle
Teresa Juliano	Marc Stone
Betty Homene	J.E.B. Wilson
Nancy C. Anderson	The Better Breathers Club

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS:

A general membership in CAIR will help to keep you informed about air quality and Chester County's air quality progress. Please Include - name, address, e-mail, telephone number, and occupation. Or, you can mail or e-mail this information to:

Devon Beaty
Bureau of Air Quality
2600 Bull St.
Columbia, SC 29201

beatyd@dhec.sc.gov
(803) 898-3209

Your membership requires a promise to aim towards meeting all of the following commitments within the next year:

To plant a tree.
To walk/bike whenever I can.
To stay educated on how to improve air quality.
To bring my own reusable shopping bag when grocery shopping.
To buy recycled paper packaging.
To buy in bulk.
To avoid throwaway products.
To avoid excess packaging.
To recycle.
To keep my tires properly inflated.
To keep my vehicle well-maintained.
To avoid idling more than 2 minutes.
To use cruise control, if I have it.
Not to "top of" the gas tank.
To use over-drive, if I have it.
Not to burn my household garbage.
To use energy efficient lighting in my home.
To decrease my overall energy use.
To carpool to work/school at least 3 days a week.
To Eat Lunch In or bike/walk to lunch at least 3 days/week.
To use landscaping equipment during off-peak hours during ozone season.
To practice "trip chaining" or running errands all at once avoiding cold starts of my vehicle.

How good is your car for the environment?
Check out your make and model at Green Vehicle Guide or Fuel Economy Guide.

LINKS:
SC DHEC's Bureau of Air Quality
Palmetto State Clean Fuels Coalition
(SEQL) Sustainable Environment for Quality of Life
Ways Residents can Reduce Ozone Pollution
Cleaner Air Around the House