Not every area of the country needs a wood stove changeout program, so it is important to first determine whether your community is a candidate before committing the necessary time and resources. Communities that can benefit from a changeout typically have some or all of the following characteristics:
- Non-attainment designation by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for fine particles (soot and dust), also known as PM2.5 ;
- High levels of wood smoke and other emissions caused by wood stoves and other hearth products;
- Location in a valley or some other geographic/topographic area that causes smoke to become trapped over the community for long periods of time;
- Significant number of households that use wood-burning appliances not certified by EPA; and
- Populations of minority and/or low-income residents who could realize health benefits from a changeout campaign. This is particularly true for minority and/or low-income residents who rely on wood heating.
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