Why One Light™ Charcoal?
Reduces Smog & Greenhouse Gases
The EPA estimates that 14,500 tons of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) are released annually in the US from charcoal lighter fluid, a petroleum distillate. VOCs contribute to the formation of ozone, a component of smog and the third most important greenhouse gas. The environmental impact from lighter fluid is equivalent to the hydrocarbon emissions from 375,000 passenger cars!
Due to the health problems associated with groundlevel ozone, several local authorities are advising consumers against the use of lighter fluid. Kansas City has been giving residents free metal chimney starters in exchange for their charcoal lighter fluid, in an effort to reduce pollution.
Green Facts
- Lighter fluid emits Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC’s) known to contribute to the formation of ozone, a component of smog and the third most dangerous greenhouse gas.
- The EPA estimates that 14,500 tons of VOC’s are released annually in the US from lighter fluid. This is equivalent to the hydrocarbon emissions from 375,000 passenger cars!
- Using One Light™ Charcoal is one step all BBQ enthusiasts can take to help reduce the environmental impact associated with the use of lighter fluid.
- One Light™ Charcoal > Fossil Fuel Free > Carbon Neutral.
- Preparation time and safety issues associated with lighting the fire.
- Growing awareness that lighter fluid is harmful to the environment.
- No prep. time or fire-starting skills required
- 100% reliable
- Simply light & leave
- Eliminates handling of flammable lighter fluid
- No red-hot chimney to remove from grill
- Generates no VOCs > No Ozone
- Charcoal from sustainable sources and recycled paper components
The Problem with Charcoal
Surveys show that consumers prefer the BBQ flavor of charcoal over gas, yet sales of gas grills have surpassed charcoal grills in recent years. The key detractors for charcoal are:
The One Light™ Solution
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