Most drivers are not aware of the significant impact idling has on the environment, yet the fact is idling contributes significantly to the blanket of smog that is making Torontonians sick. In fact, idling accounts for 3% of Ontario’s fuel consumption and an idling engine produces twice as much pollution as a vehicle in motion -- a fact most drivers are unaware of.
Enter the anti-idling brigade.
Tired of inhaling toxic car fumes this biking, walking, TTC-using brigade got sick of hearing about another smog alert. Rather than fuming they decided to do something about it -- and they are encouraging all of us too, as well.
As a result, people all over Toronto will be challenging idling motorists to Turn it Off!
Volunteers will be handing out educational brochures about the pitfalls of idling and 'For Our Health' stickers for those who commit to change their idling ways.
This campaign is running from August 10 to August 13, 2006 and will be hosted by Greenest City and the Clean Air Partnership.
The 2006 Idle-free Days will be holding 3 training sessions in Room 303 of Metro Hall (55 John Street, South-east corner of King and John, two blocks east of Spadina) on July 25th, 26th and 27th at 6:30pm to 8:00pm. All interested participants/volunteers are encouraged to register for a training session.
Please contact Jason Aslanidis at idlefree@greenestcity.net or 416 392 0268.
For more information go to: Greenest City Environmental Organization www.greenestcity.net
Also, I just wanted to share a fantastic quote sent to me by a friend (and an inspiring woman):
Words of Wisdom
“Living with integrity means: Not settling for less than what you know you deserve in your relationships. Asking for what you want and need from others. Speaking your truth, even though it might create conflict or tension. Behaving in ways that are in harmony with your personal values. Making choices based on what you believe, and not what others believe.” By Barbara De Angelis
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