Cleaner Wood Burning Alternatives

You can reduce emissions of wood burning pollution into the air that may affect families, neighbors, and the community by conducting these activities:

• Consider cleaner heating fuels- Alternative include: gas, oil, propane, or electric heat. This will reduce wood smoke and will heat the home more efficiently.

• Heat more efficiently- Replace an old wood stove or fireplace with an EPA-certified wood stove or EPA-certified fireplace insert. These stoves emit 50%-60% less pollution and have an efficiency ratings exceeding 80%

• Change operating practices- It is best to burn only clean, dry, and seasoned wood that has been split and dried for at least 6 months. Burning hardwood is also best, since hardwoods embody more heat energy and burn more slowly and evenly, which produces less smoke.

• Inspect and maintain- Have your chimney inspected and cleaned on an annual basis. These steps will ensure safe and clean wood burning.

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