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The Problem

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Old wood stoves and fireplace inserts are inefficient and produce excessive smoke, which contains dangerous fine particle pollution and other toxic substances.  In many residential neighborhoods, on certain nights of the year, up to 80 percent of the wintertime fine particle pollution is from residential wood fires.  In certain areas within Washington state, including the Tacoma/Pierce County area and the City of Marysville, smoke from old wood stoves contributes to dirty air that fails to meet air quality standards.  

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Non-attainment for poor air quality in Tacoma and Marysville

Due to poor winter air quality and a tightening of federal health-based standards for fine particle pollution, Tacoma and surrounding communities in Pierce County will soon be listed as a non-attainment area, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.  The Puget Sound Clean Air Agency is educating people about the need to reduce fine particle emissions in this new non-attainment area.  The City of Marysville could also be listed as a non-attainment area within the next few years.  Both of these areas require specific, proactive attention.  Not taking action could result in serious economic development impacts and further air quality regulations. 

Problem with old wood stoves 

Uncertified wood stoves are no longer legal to sell or purchase in the State of Washington due to the significant pollution they generate.

The Solution

Wood stove and fireplace insert replacement is the solution.  Residents can make a difference in these areas by replacing their old wood stoves with cleaner-burning technology.  The Puget Sound Clean Air Agency, with grant resources from the Washington Department of Ecology and support from partners, is providing discount coupons off the sale of new heating devices.

Become part of the solution by replacing your old wood stove in “5 Simple Steps!”