Ditch the Gas Power Tools
Battery Electric outdoor tools are quieter, safer and more convenient. They cost less to operate, they don’t endanger our health, they are better for the environment, pollinators, insects and wildlife and powerful enough to handle even the largest yards and gardens.
“…battery tools have the power to get the job done on a single charge, and to do it as well as gas-powered products.” Stihl - #1 Commercial Power Tool Supplier
Things to know about gas and electric outdoor tools
Air pollution: Gas power tools create far more toxic air pollution than automobiles because they do not have the same pollution control requirements. Small gas engines are becoming one of the largest sources of air pollution. Electric power tools create no air pollution.
Carbon pollution: A gas mower used regularly will create hundreds of pounds of carbon emissions each year. Electric tools produce less than one tenth the carbon pollution and zero when charged with clean energy.
Solid Toxic Waste: Maintaining gas tool results in tons of gas filters, air filters, spark plugs and engine oil cans polluting landfills as well as gas spilled on the ground during fueling.
Noise: Gas powered tools produce levels of noise that can cause permanent hearing loss in minutes. This can be avoided by switching to quieter, instant starting electric tools.
Reliability: Electric battery powered tools are frequently being used by professional landscaping crews. Find good information on the best tools here.
Tips for buying and using electric outdoor tools
Use resources like Consumer Reports and Pro Tool Reviews to research the best products.
Buy all your tools from one brand to share batteries, reduce cost and increase convenience.
Buy tools with batteries which is cheaper than buying each separately.
Get a mix of small and large batteries - smaller ones lighter and great for small jobs.
Keep your batteries plugged into a charger at all times.
Electric Power Tool Resources
Electric Yard Care - Ditch the Gas
Watch this recorded webinar to find out why battery powered outdoor equipment is the superior solution and the future of of the landscape maintenance industry.
The Advantages of All Electric Yard Care
Download this Electric Yard Care fact sheet to learn about the benefits of switching to electric tools with resources on how to transition, professional reviews of battery equipment and tips on sustainable landscape practices.
Find an All Electric Landscape Contractor
Ask your contractor to switch to electric tools for care of your yard. If they wont do that, use this list of service providers in the Portland, Oregon area to find a contractor that will maintain your yard without the toxic gas fumes and noise.