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An electric leaf blower demonstration (Photo – City of South Pasadena)
Property owners are responsible for ensuring that gas-powered leaf blowers are not used on their property.
By News Desk
Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill phasing out the sale of new gas-powered lawn equipment in California by 2024. As a sustainability leader, the City of South Pasadena has instituted an ordinance banning the use of gas-powered leaf blowers in the city.
Enforcement has started, and violations range from a warning to fines up to $500! Check the City’s leaf blower ordinance at SouthPasadenaCA.gov/LeafBlowers.
Incentive programs for landscapers
On March 30th, South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) increased funding for the 2023 Commercial Lawn and Garden Equipment Incentive and Exchange (eL&G) Program. Discounts of up to 85% off electric equipment are available for commercial gardeners and landscapers, school districts, and non-profit organizations. Click this link to learn more!
The Clean Off-Road Equipment Voucher Incentive Project (CORE) is a program set in place to assist small businesses and sole proprietors (or unincorporated businesses) in purchasing zero-emission equipment in California. This program helps businesses purchase electric equipment, including electric leaf blowers, at a discounted rate of UP TO 70% off! (Click this link to learn more).
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