166: Use a Reel Mower to Mow Your Lawn by Sarfrancisco

Unlike motorized lawn mowers, reel mowers are powered by the human push instead of gas. According to EPA scientists, our family’s mower alone annually spews 87 pounds of carbon dioxide into the air, and another 54 pounds of nitrogen oxide, both components of smog."

Mowing your lawn with a reel mower is also more pleasant. Because it is virtually silent, you can listen to music or the birds chirp. You won’t have to inhale gas odors, just the sweet smell of fresh cut grass. Reel mowers are easy on your wallet, too: they cost hundreds of dollars less than top-of-the-line motorized lawn mowers.

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