Environmental Tip #48
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This is Environmental Tip #48: a short advisory for homeowners on steps to protect the Corsica River during outdoor repairs and improvements. It advises protecting storm drains from debris, sweeping and properly disposing of construction waste, minimizing and safely using/storing/disposing of paints, solvents, and cleaners (clean brushes indoors, filter and reuse paint thinner, use household hazardous waste collection or donate excess paint), choosing nontoxic/biodegradable/recycled products, and reducing paved areas by increasing vegetated areas with native plants and directing downspouts to improve infiltration and reduce polluted runoff.
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ENVIRONMENTAL TIP #48 DID YOU KNOW there are important environmental steps you should consider to protect the Corsica River when making home repairs and improvements? If you are planning home improvement projects, please review the recommendations below. Before beginning an outdoor project, locate the nearest storm drains and protect them from debris and other materials. Sweep up and properly dispose of construction debris such as concrete and mortar. Use hazardous substances like paints, solvents, and cleaners in the smallest amounts possible, and follow the directions on the label. Clean up spills immediately, and dispose of the waste safely. Store substances properly to avoid leaks and spills. Purchase and use nontoxic, biodegradable, recycled, and recyclable products whenever possible. Clean paint brushes in a sink, not outdoors. Filter and reuse paint thinner when using oil-based paints. Properly dispose of excess paints through a household hazardous waste collection program, or donate unused paint to local organizations. • Reduce the amount of paved area and increase the amount of vegetated area in your yard. Use native plants in your landscaping to reduce the need for watering during dry periods. Consider directing downspouts away from paved surfaces onto lawns and other measures to increase infiltration and reduce polluted runoff. Always remember that what we do on land affects the Corsica River and the Chesapeake Bay – www.corsicariver.com