Energy Tips

by | Mar 7, 2009 | Consulting

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ENERGY
TIP #1

SAVE ENERGY AT HOME – WITH PASSIVE SOLAR!
download diskGet the free software IPSE and SolArch and save energy.
Free Downloads HERE
IPSE screen shot showing Passive Solar Technologies Menu

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ENERGY
TIP #2

Conserve energy at home and business.
Here’s help:

  • Alliance to Save Energy

    • Consumer Energy Center
    (CA Energy Commission)

  • Consumer Energy Information (EREN/DOE)
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    It's electric!
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    ENERGY
    TIP #3

    Generate your own electricity and hot water!

    Small rooftop solar panels and wind generators are available right now at deep discounts.

    You can get rebates from the state to help cover the capital costs of the project.
    Rooftop with solar cells

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    ENERGY
    TIP #4

    Use green electricity!

    After being available for several years, most energy providers in CA stopped selling green power in late 2000 because of the energy crisis.

    Here are some links to see what types of green power are currently available in CA and elsewhere in the US:

    EPA Green Power Partnership

    Berkeley Energy Office

    AWEA Green Power Factsheets

    CA Energy Commission Renewable Energy Program

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