In exchange for your old gas push mower and $100, you can get a new electric Black+Decker model that did pretty well in Consumer Reports' latest mower tests. That's a switch from years ago when mower exchanges were first set up to offer consumers an extra incentive to give up their gas mowers, which spew emissions, for cleaner electric models.

The Program In an effort to reduce ground-level ozone and improve air quality, the RAQC’s Mow Down Pollution – Lawn Mower Exchange program will offer vouchers to people who choose to recycle and replace their gas-powered lawn equipment with rechargeable or corded electric options.

Money is widely available to help residents go electric and get up to $250 back when trading in their old gas mower for an electric mower. The program also offers rebates for purchasing various residential electric yard care tools, reducing air pollution in neighborhoods across the valley.