
No ‘Mow’ Emissions Take the pollution out of yard work and go electric. Black & Decker’s new line of rechargeable lawn care products, including the 18-volt trimmer and cordless mower, are Energy Star-rated and cost less than $10 a year to operate. More importantly, there is no need for gas, eliminating smelly emissions and messy fuel spills. Mower $399.99; trimmer $99. blackanddecker.com

Paint it Green A whiff of fresh paint is enough to make you woozy, but not Freshaire Choice, which is free of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and features a color palette of 66 earth-inspired hues. Feel free to keep the windows closed during your next indoor painting project. $35-$38 per gallon. thefreshairechoice.com

Sorting it Out You’ve got one bin for glass, another for aluminum, one for newspaper…it’s great that you’re recycling, but there’s an easier way to separate these items from everyday trash. The SmartBin is available in various sizes and in both two- and three-bin models to streamline the process of sorting your recyclables. $49-$99. Be sure to pick up biodegradable SmartSac waste bags to further ease your recycling routine. $5.99 for a box of 120. esmartproducts.ca

Fresh(er) Air While some can’t wait to open their windows in the springtime, millions lock them up tight in fear of outdoor allergens. The new PollenTec screen, fitted onto windows or screen doors, promises to filter out 100 percent of pollens, allowing allergy sufferers to finally enjoy the fresh smell of spring in their homes. $10 per square foot; about $75 for a normal-sized window. pollentec.com
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