Electrify your landscaping equipment

Summary: Save gas and your hearing

Description

Mowing for an hour can generate as many greenhouse gas emissions as driving 300 miles! It is also a significant source of many air pollutants. When it’s time to replace that gas mower, switch to a battery-powered one.

PLUS you can get $75 to buy an electric lawn mower, and $30 for an electric leaf blower, string trimmer or chainsaw! Easily available from Mass Save by submitting your receipt online or through the mail. 

So why not change over ALL your landscaping equipment? These mowers, string trimmers, chainsaws, rototillers, and leaf blowers:

1. produce no emissions and pollutants
2. are less noisy (as much as 20 decibels quieter)
3. require almost no annual maintenance.
4. The new models are just as powerful (there are even electric drive-on mowers!)

Check out this Consumer Reports article for more information. There are also electric grills, electric pressure washers. snowblowers, etc.

TIP: if you electrify all your powered garden tools, just buy them all from one brand so you can have several battery packs at the ready that can be switched between tools.

Deep Dive

Steps to Take

1. Research. Take a look at sources like Consumer Reports or online reviews to find the equipment that is right for you.

2. Purchase your new landscaping equipment. Your local retailer may have various items in stock and you can check their website to see what’s available.

3. Submit your receipt to Mass Save through the mail or online to get a rebate.

4. Leave a testimonial. Tell others how your new electric landscaping equipment is working for you!