General Tips

• Lawn and Yard Care
• Mulch leaves and grass clippings
• Reduce the size of your lawn by utilizing decorative rock gardens and natural vegetation
• Use organic lawn care products
• Do not overuse fertilizer
• Replant bare areas to discourage soil erosion

Car Care & Maintenance

• Recycle motor oil and antifreeze
• Use commercial car washes that recycle wash water
• Use low-phosphate detergents when washing your car at home
• Check for fluid leaks regularly

Related Links

• Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) Program - MassDEP
• EPA: National Menu of Stormwater Best Management Practices